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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Ljubljana
Cheapest price
€62
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
15 h 30 m
Average duration
15 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
793 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sofia to Ljubljana is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Ljubljana will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €62.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sofia for Ljubljana on Fri, Nov 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct buses cover the 793 km distance in an average of 15 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 30 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the slowest buses will take 15 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.
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Compare bus and flight for Sofia to Ljubljana
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Ljubljana among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 37m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 793 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€58 Average price Cheapest | €181 Average price |
15h 47m Average total duration 15h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg 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 Ljubljana bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Ljubljana buses for today, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 8:20 AM Sofia | 20h36 | 4:56 AM Ljubljana | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:00 AM Sofia | 15h30 | 2:30 AM Ljubljana | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:50 PM Sofia | 15h30 | 11:20 AM Ljubljana | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Ljubljana
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Slovenia
Buses from Sofia to Ljubljana run on average 3 times per day, taking around 15h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 793 km distance in 15h 30m.
Distance 793 km |
Average bus duration 15h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 30m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Ourbus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Sofia to LjubljanaYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Ljubljana with Ourbus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sofia to Ljubljana
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ljubljana, Avtobusna Postaja, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sofia to Ljubljana
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M2 Train: Sofia Central Station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Serdika (in the station)
- Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km)
- Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M1, M2 Train: Sofia Central Station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-22:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Fast Food (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 9, 27 Train: Ljubljana Railway Station
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