4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Ruse
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€24
Fastest journey
4 h 30 m
Average duration
4 h 44 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sofia to Ruse is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Ruse will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 11 buses that leave Sofia for Ruse on Sat, Aug 01, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 01 the direct buses cover the 250 km distance in an average of 4 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Sat, Aug 01 the slowest buses will take 5 h 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.
6:30 PM4h40Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)11:10 PMRuse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers- 10:00 PM5h30Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)3:30 AMRuse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 12:30 PM4h45Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)5:15 PMRuse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 10:30 AM5h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)3:30 PMRuse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 PM5h15Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)9:15 PMRuse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 2:30 PM4h30Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)7:00 PMRuse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 PM4h40Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)11:10 PMRuse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 12:30 PM4h45Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)5:15 PMRuse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
09:30 AM4h45Sofia2:15 PMRuse€221One-way0 transfers- 10:30 AM5h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)3:30 PMRuse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sofia to Ruse
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Ruse among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €126.
Distance: 250 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€16 Average price | €216 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sofia to Ruse bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Ruse buses for today, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 10:00 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h30 | 3:30 AM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 1 | |||||
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:25 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 12h15 | 6:40 PM Ruse, Avtogara Iztok (Русе, Автогара Изток) | 1 transfer | |
| 0 | 9:00 AM Sofia | 5h15 | 2:15 PM Ruse | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 9:00 AM Sofia | 6h00 | 3:00 PM Ruse | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 9:30 AM Sofia | 4h45 | 2:15 PM Ruse | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h00 | 3:30 PM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 4h45 | 5:15 PM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 12h35 | 1:50 AM Ruse, Avtogara Iztok (Русе, Автогара Изток) | 1 transfer | |
| 2:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 4h30 | 7:00 PM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h15 | 9:15 PM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 4h40 | 11:10 PM Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Ruse
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Buses from Sofia to Ruse run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €11 by train.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:30, the last at 18:30. The fastest bus covers the 250 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 250 km |
Average bus duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 1:30 AM |
Last bus 6:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, Group Plus, Infobus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, Union Ivkoni, FlixBus from Sofia to RuseYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Ruse with Union Ivkoni International, Group Plus, Infobus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, Union Ivkoni, FlixBus 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 Ruse
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Ruse 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 Ruse, 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sofia to Ruse
Most Sofia to Ruse buses use the Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) to Ruse, Avtogara (Русе, Автогара) station pair, with some services arriving at Ruse (Русе). Use this guide to compare Sofia and Ruse bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Sofia station do buses to Ruse leave from?
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 София, (Sofia) from Sofia city centre
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
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