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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Targovishte
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€17
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 3 m
Buses on Sep 19
6
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sofia to Targovishte is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Targovishte will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 6 buses from Sofia to Targovishte, including 6 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 273 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 55 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 5 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.
7:30 PM5h04Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)12:34 AMTargovishte, Bus Station€171One-way0 transfers- 3:30 PM4h55Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)8:25 PMTargovishte, Bus Station€171One-way0 transfers
- 12:30 PM5h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)5:30 PMTargovishte, Bus Station€171One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM5h25Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)2:55 PMTargovishte, Bus Station€171One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM4h56Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)9:56 PMTargovishte, Bus Station€171One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM4h55Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)8:25 PMTargovishte, Bus Station€171One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM4h56Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)9:56 PMTargovishte, Bus Station€171One-way0 transfers
- 12:30 PM5h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)5:30 PMTargovishte, Bus Station€171One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 PM5h04Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)12:34 AMTargovishte, Bus Station€171One-way0 transfers
- 10:30 AM5h20Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)3:50 PMTargovishte, Bus Station€171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sofia to Targovishte
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Targovishte among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, while a flight costs an average of €87.
Distance: 273 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€17 Average price Cheapest | €87 Average price | €53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 29m Average total duration 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sofia to Targovishte:
A train is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sofia to Targovishte costing on average €17.
A train is €75 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Targovishte costing on average €87.
Other travel options to Targovishte take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 59m.
Train takes on average 7h 49m.
Live departures
Sofia to Targovishte bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Targovishte buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h25 | 2:55 PM Targovishte, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h20 | 3:50 PM Targovishte, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h00 | 5:30 PM Targovishte, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 4h55 | 8:25 PM Targovishte, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 4h56 | 9:56 PM Targovishte, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h04 | 12:34 AM Targovishte, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Targovishte
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Buses from Sofia to Targovishte run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 273 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 273 km |
Average bus duration 4h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Group Plus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss from Sofia to TargovishteYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Targovishte with Group Plus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sofia to Targovishte
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Targovishte 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 Targovishte, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- 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.
- 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).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sofia to Targovishte
Most Sofia to Targovishte buses use the Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) to Targovishte, Avtogara (Търговище, Автогара) station pair, with some services arriving at Targovishte (Търговище). Use this guide to compare Sofia and Targovishte bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Sofia station do buses to Targovishte 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 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
Which Targovishte station do buses from Sofia arrive at?
Getting to Targovishte, Avtogara (Търговище, Автогара) from Targovishte city centre
Targovishte, Avtogara (Търговище, Автогара) is 1 km from Targovishte city centre. Public transport options include:
Targovishte, Avtogara (Търговище, Автогара) bus station facilities and services
Targovishte, Avtogara (Търговище, Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Targovishte, Avtogara (Търговище, Автогара). ATMs are available at Targovishte, Avtogara (Търговище, Автогара).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Targovishte, Avtogara (Търговище, Автогара).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Targovishte, Avtogara (Търговище, Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Targovishte, Avtogara (Търговище, Автогара): Station is accessible for people with disabilities.
Getting to Targovishte (Търговище) from Targovishte city centre
Targovishte (Търговище) is 1 km from Targovishte city centre. Public transport options include:
Targovishte (Търговище) bus station facilities and services
Targovishte (Търговище) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Targovishte (Търговище). ATMs are available at Targovishte (Търговище).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Targovishte (Търговище).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Targovishte (Търговище): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Targovishte (Търговище): Ramps available for wheelchairs.
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