4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Bucharest
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
5 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 13 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sofia to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Bucharest will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
Of the 11 buses that leave Sofia for Bucharest on Sun, Aug 16, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 6 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest buses will take 6 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:00 PM7h15Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)5:15 AMBucurești, Autogara Militari€201One-way0 transfers
09:00 AM7h15Sofia4:15 PMBucharest€301One-way0 transfers- 09:30 AM6h45Sofia4:15 PMBucharest€301One-way0 transfers
06:00 PM6h25Sofia12:25 AMBucharest€411One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:25 PM6h35София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)6:00 AMBucurești, Autogara Militari€411One-way0 transfers
6:00 PM5h50Sofia11:50 PMBucharest€411One-way0 transfers
6:00 PM5h50Sofia11:50 PMBucharest€411One-way0 transfers- 06:00 PM6h25Sofia12:25 AMBucharest€411One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 PM6h30Sofia12:30 AMBucharest€411One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 PM6h30Sofia12:30 AMBucharest€411One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Sofia to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €113.
Distance: 296 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€21 Average price Cheapest | €175 Average price |
6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sofia to Bucharest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Bucharest buses for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 1:15 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 7h05 | 8:20 PM București, Autogara Militari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM Sofia | 6h30 | 12:30 AM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM Sofia | 5h50 | 11:50 PM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM Sofia | 6h30 | 12:30 AM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM Sofia | 5h50 | 11:50 PM Bucharest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 7h15 | 5:15 AM București, Autogara Militari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:25 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 6h35 | 6:00 AM București, Autogara Militari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 16 | |||||
| FlixBus | 6:25 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 6h50 | 1:15 PM București, Autogara Militari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Union Ivkoni International, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus, Infobus, Pegasus or Euroticket to find the best option for your trip from Sofia to Bucharest.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Bucharest
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Buses from Sofia to Bucharest run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:48, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 296 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 296 km |
Average bus duration 6h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 2:48 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Infobus, Pegasus, Euroticket, LikeBus from Sofia to BucharestYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Bucharest with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Infobus, Pegasus, Euroticket, LikeBus for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sofia to Bucharest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Bucharest by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Euroticket
- Small pets (under 6kg) in carriers (max 45x30x25cm) travel free on some routes, larger dogs require a ticket and must be leashed and muzzled, but pets are not allowed on trains to and from London, between Brussels and Lille, or on Eurostar Sun and Snow routes.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sofia to Bucharest
Most Sofia to Bucharest buses use the Sofia (София) to București station pair, with some services arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Use this guide to compare Sofia and Bucharest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Sofia station do buses to Bucharest leave from?
Getting to Sofia (София) from Sofia city centre
Sofia (София) bus station facilities and services
Sofia (София) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small cafes available nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sofia (София). ATMs are aTM machines available onsite.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia (София).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia (София): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia (София): Facilities are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
Getting to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) from Sofia city centre
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) bus station facilities and services
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to București, Autogara Militari from Bucharest city centre
Getting to București from Bucharest city centre
București bus station facilities and services
București has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several small food stalls available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at București. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at București.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at București: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at București: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Most popular bus connections from Sofia
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