The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Zagreb
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€40
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
680 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sofia to Zagreb is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Zagreb will cost around €40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 2 buses that leave Sofia for Zagreb on Thu, Jan 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 29 the direct buses cover the 680 km distance in an average of 12 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
On Thu, Jan 29 the slowest buses will take 12 h 50 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Sofia to Zagreb
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Zagreb among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 680 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€44 Average price Cheapest | €172 Average price | €73 Average price |
13h 7m Average total duration 12h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 77h 5m Average total duration 76h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg 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 Zagreb bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Zagreb buses for today, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:50 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 12h40 | 9:30 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, January 29 | |||||
0 | 12:00 PM София, (Sofia) | 12h50 | 12:50 AM Zagreb, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Sofia to Zagreb
Buses from Sofia to Zagreb run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 680 km distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 680 km |
Average bus duration 12h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Ourbus, FlixBus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Sofia to ZagrebYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Zagreb with Ourbus, FlixBus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Sofia to Zagreb
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Zagreb 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 Zagreb, 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.
- Ourbus
- 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.
- Ourbus
- 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).
- Ourbus
- 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.
- Ourbus
- 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 Zagreb
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Serdika (in the station)
- Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km)
- Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M1, M2 Train: Sofia Central Station
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station)
- Bakery Delight (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 5, 7, 8 Tram: 2, 6
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