The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Prague
Cheapest price
€81
Average price
€86
Fastest journey
18 h 45 m
Average duration
22 h 54 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
1067 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sofia to Prague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Prague will cost around €86 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €81.
Of the 14 buses that leave Sofia for Prague on Thu, Jul 02, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct buses cover the 1067 km distance in an average of 22 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest buses will take 1 d 2 h 20 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.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:20 AM26h20София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)12:40 PMPrague, Central Train Station€811One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus10:50 PM24h00София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)9:50 PMPrague, Central Train Station€811One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:50 PM24h10София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)10:00 PMPraha, ÚAN Florenc€811One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:15 PM32h40София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)8:55 PMPraha, ÚAN Florenc€811One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus1:15 PM32h30София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)8:45 PMPrague, Central Train Station€811One-way1 transfer
70154611:15 PM18h45Sofia (София)7:00 AMPraha, ÚAN Florenc€911One-way0 transfers
71639494:30 PM21h15Sofia (София)12:45 PMPraha, ÚAN Florenc€911One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus10:50 PM24h00София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)9:50 PMPrague, Central Train Station€811One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus10:50 PM24h10София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)10:00 PMPraha, ÚAN Florenc€811One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:20 AM26h20София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)12:40 PMPrague, Central Train Station€811One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Sofia to Prague
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Prague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, and a flight costs an average of €32.
Distance: 1067 km
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€75 Average price Cheapest | €154 Average price |
21h 16m Average total duration 20h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.2 - 6.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sofia to Prague bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Prague buses for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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7176072 | 4:30 PM Sofia (София) | 21h15 | 12:45 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 24h05 | 8:50 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 29h40 | 2:25 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 24h00 | 9:50 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 33h40 | 7:30 AM Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 26h40 | 3:25 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 26h45 | 3:30 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 32h10 | 6:30 PM Praha, Zličín | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 26h20 | 12:40 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 30h25 | 4:45 PM Praha, Na Knížecí | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 30h10 | 4:30 PM Praha, Roztyly | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 26h55 | 1:15 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 32h40 | 8:55 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 32h30 | 8:45 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 1 transfer | |
7015461 | 1:15 PM Sofia (София) | 18h45 | 7:00 AM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Prague
Buses from Sofia to Prague run on average 9 times per day, taking around 20h 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €49 but you can travel from only €32 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1067 km distance in 19h 0m.
Distance 1067 km |
Average bus duration 20h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 19h 0m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, RACIC, Infobus, ArdaTur, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Citylines, Racic Eurobus from Sofia to PragueYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Prague with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, RACIC, Infobus, ArdaTur, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Citylines, Racic Eurobus for as low as €32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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ArdaTur
RACIC
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Racic Eurobus
FAQs: Bus from Sofia to Prague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Prague 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 Prague, 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.
- RACIC
- Tickets can be returned up to 24 hours before departure with a 5% cancellation fee, between 24 and 12 hours before departure with a 50% cancellation fee, and are non-refundable less than 12 hours before departure.
- 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.
- RACIC
- One checked bag up to 30kg (60x40x80cm) and one carry-on up to 5kg (40x20x30cm) are included.
- 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.
- RACIC
- A second piece of luggage (60x40x80cm) is transported for a fee of €5 / BGN 10 if space is available, and additional luggage beyond that requires prior agreement and may be limited during peak seasons.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- City Lines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sofia to Prague
Most Sofia to Prague buses use the София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) to Praha, Hlavní Nádraží station pair, with some services arriving at Praha, ÚAN Florenc. Use this guide to compare Sofia and Prague bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
Getting to София, (Sofia) from Sofia city centre
Getting to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) from Sofia city centre
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) bus station facilities and services
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Serdika (in the station), Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km), Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Elevators, ramps.
Which Prague station do buses from Sofia arrive at?
Getting to Praha, ÚAN Florenc from Prague city centre
Praha, ÚAN Florenc is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, ÚAN Florenc bus station facilities and services
Praha, ÚAN Florenc has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Florenc (in the station), Bistro Florenc (0.2 km), Restaurace U Rozvařilů (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Praha, Hlavní Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží bus station facilities and services
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Czech Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bohemian Café (0.2 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and ticketing area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Praha, Roztyly from Prague city centre
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