Sofia to Yambol bus with City Lines

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Yambol

Showing times and prices for Jan 15

Cheapest price

€17

Average price

€17

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

3 h 40 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

261 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sofia to Yambol is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sofia to Yambol will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Sofia for Yambol on Thu, Jan 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Jan 15 the direct buses cover the 261 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

On Thu, Jan 15 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.

City Lines
12:30PM3h40
Sofia
04:10PMYambol
171One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Sofia to Yambol

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Yambol among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €9, and a flight costs an average of €71.

Distance: 261 km

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€17

Average price

€91

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€11

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Cheapest

4h 10m

Average total duration

3h 40m

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30m

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3h 50m

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50m

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3h 0m

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6h 1m

Average total duration

5h 31m

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30m

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Live departures

Sofia to Yambol bus times

The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Yambol buses for today, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 6:24 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
citl12:30 PM Sofia
3h40
4:10 PM Yambol0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sofia to Yambol

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Buses from Sofia to Yambol run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €9 by train.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:50, the last at 15:30. The fastest bus covers the 261 km distance in 3h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €9
Distance
261 km
Average bus duration
3h 40m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 40m
First bus
06:50
Last bus
15:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €9

Bus providers: City Lines, Citylines from Sofia to YambolYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Yambol with City Lines, Citylines for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

City Lines

About
\City Lines\" can refer to several different bus companies. One prominent example is Citylines, a leading Bulgarian bus company headquartered in Sofia. It operates an extensive network of 44 routes, connecting 22 cities across Bulgaria and serving 9 European nations with an average of 19 trips daily. Citylines coaches offer amenities such as air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Another is Rochester City Lines, a family-owned and operated charter bus company in Minnesota, United States, providing services for college, corporate, event, religious, school, and workforce transportation. They offer a fleet including motorcoaches, minibuses, and executive vans. Historically, National City Lines, Inc. (NCL) was a significant public transportation holding company in the United States, founded in 1920. NCL acquired numerous local transit systems, often converting streetcar lines to bus operations, a practice sometimes referred to as \"bustitution.\" Additionally, \"City Line\" is also the name of a bus rapid transit (BRT) line in Spokane, Washington, operated by the Spokane Transit Authority. This 6-mile route, which opened in 2023, utilizes modern, zero-emission battery-electric buses and connects key areas including downtown Spokane and the University District."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
€17
City Lines frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be booked in advance.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

Citylines

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
€17
Citylines frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Sofia to Yambol

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Yambol 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 Yambol, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Sofia to Yambol can start from as little as €16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sofia to Yambol is €16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Sofia to Yambol is 3 h 40 min   to travel the 261 km long journey, with around there is 1 coach per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The coach from Sofia to Yambol leaves at 12: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Sofia to Yambol without having to change trains with City Lines. There is 1 direct coach from Sofia to Yambol each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Sofia to Yambol coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with City Lines. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Sofia to Yambol to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bus Station, located 0.6 miles (952 m) away from the city centre.

A trip to Yambol from Sofia is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 40 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Sofia to Yambol by coach is January.
You have options as you can travel from Sofia to Yambol 2 different ways: coach or flight.

popular bus stations

Popular bus stations from Sofia to Yambol

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Yambol
The major bus station for departures in Sofia is Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) for your trip from Sofia to Yambol.
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
Knyaginya Maria Luiza Blvd
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transit options for Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)
  • Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M2 Train: Sofia Central Station

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