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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
- Cheapest price on Nov 14
- €15
- Average ticket price on Nov 14
- €18
- Fastest journey on Nov 14
- 3 h
- Average journey duration on Nov 14
- 3 h 5 m
- Buses on Nov 14
- 17
- 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 €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
On Sat, Nov 14, we found 17 buses from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo, including 17 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 14 the direct buses cover the 193 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sat, Nov 14 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.
10:30 AM 3h10 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 1:40 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) €15 1 One-way 0 transfers3:30 PM 3h15 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 6:45 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) €15 1 One-way 0 transfers6:30 AM 3h00 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 9:30 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) €15 1 One-way 0 transfers7:30 PM 3h15 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 10:45 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) €15 1 One-way 0 transfers5:00 PM 3h11 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 8:11 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) €15 1 One-way 0 transfers
6:30 AM 3h00 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 9:30 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) €15 1 One-way 0 transfers12:30 AM 3h00 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 3:30 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) €15 1 One-way 0 transfers
07:00 AM 3h05 Sofia 10:05 AM Veliko Tarnovo €23 1 One-way 0 transfers10:30 AM 3h10 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 1:40 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) €15 1 One-way 0 transfers5:00 PM 3h11 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 8:11 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) €15 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
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Buses from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:41. The fastest bus covers the 193 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 193 km |
Average bus duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 2h 24m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo.
Live departures
Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo buses for tomorrow, Saturday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 0 | 7:00 AM Sofia | 3h05 | 10:05 AM Veliko Tarnovo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 7:00 AM Sofia | 3h30 | 10:30 AM Veliko Tarnovo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 7:00 AM Sofia | 3h15 | 10:15 AM Veliko Tarnovo | 0 transfersDirect | |
 0 | 9:05 AM Sofia | 3h35 | 12:40 PM Veliko Tarnovo | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h45 | 1:15 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h10 | 1:40 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 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 | |
 0 | 4:00 PM Sofia | 3h15 | 7:15 PM Veliko Tarnovo | 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 | |
| 0 | 5:00 PM Sofia | 3h15 | 8:15 PM Veliko Tarnovo | 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 | |
| 10:30 PM Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 3h15 | 1:45 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 10:30 PM Sofia | 3h15 | 1:45 AM Veliko Tarnovo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- 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.
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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
Most Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo buses use the Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) to Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) station pair, with some services arriving at Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново). 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, 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 Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София) from Sofia city centre
Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София) is 6 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София) bus station facilities and services
Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София) 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 Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София). ATMs are aTMs are available nearby.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София): The station has basic accessibility.
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.
Bus stations for Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
Check bus stations information for Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.
Most popular bus connections from Sofia
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