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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 10 buses that leave Sofia for Veliko Tarnovo on Sun, Aug 16, 10 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 193 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest buses will take 3 h 11 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.
4:00 PM3h15Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)7:15 PMVeliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)€151One-way0 transfers- 12:30 PM3h30Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)4:00 PMVeliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)€151One-way0 transfers
- 12:30 AM3h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)3:30 AMVeliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)€151One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM3h45Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)1:15 PMVeliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)€151One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 PM3h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)12:30 AMVeliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)€151One-way0 transfers
- 12:30 AM3h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)3:30 AMVeliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)€151One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 PM3h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)12:30 AMVeliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)€151One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 AM3h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)9:30 AMVeliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)€151One-way0 transfers
- 10:30 AM3h10Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)1:40 PMVeliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)€151One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM3h11Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)8:11 PMVeliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)€151One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h45 | 1:15 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 0 | 9:00 AM Sofia | 3h45 | 12:45 PM Veliko Tarnovo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 9:30 AM Sofia | 3h15 | 12:45 PM Veliko Tarnovo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h30 | 4:00 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h15 | 6:45 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h15 | 7:15 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h11 | 8:11 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h15 | 10:45 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h00 | 12:30 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 16 | |||||
| 12:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h00 | 3:30 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h00 | 9:30 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
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Buses from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:41. The fastest bus covers the 193 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 193 km |
Average bus duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:41 PM |
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Bus providers: Group Plus, Global Biomet, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет), Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, Union Ivkoni from Sofia to Veliko TarnovoYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo with Group Plus, Global Biomet, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет), Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, Union Ivkoni for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo 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 Veliko Tarnovo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Global Biomet
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Global Biomet
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- 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.
- Global Biomet
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- 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.
- Global Biomet
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Global Biomet
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
Most Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo buses use the Sofia (София) to Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) station pair, with some services arriving at Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг). Use this guide to compare Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Sofia station do buses to Veliko Tarnovo 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 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, Sofia International Airport (T1) (София, Летище София (T1)) from Sofia city centre
Which Veliko Tarnovo station do buses from Sofia arrive at?
Getting to Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) from Veliko Tarnovo city centre
Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) is 1 km from Veliko Tarnovo city centre. Public transport options include:
Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) bus station facilities and services
Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) 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 cafe available at the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново). ATMs are available at Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново): Ramp available for wheelchair access.
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