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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Zagreb
Cheapest price
€71
Average price
€71
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
12 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
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 €71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €71.
Of the 1 buses that leave Sofia for Zagreb on Mon, Dec 01, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct buses cover the 680 km distance in an average of 12 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest buses will take 12 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.
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Travel Information
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, Sunday, November 30. 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 | |
| Monday, December 1 | |||||
| 8:20 AM Sofia | 12h40 | 9:00 PM Zagreb | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Bus from Sofia to Zagreb
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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.
When departing from Sofia, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Sofiya Airport - Terminal T2, Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) and София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2). When arriving in Zagreb, you can end your route in coach stations like Zagreb, Bus Station, Zagreb, Train Station and Velika Gorica, Zračna Luka Zagreb.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sofiya Airport - Terminal T2, which is located around 7.8 miles (12.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Zagreb, Bus Station, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sofia to Zagreb
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Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M2 Train: Sofia Central Station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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