4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Stara Zagora to Sofia
Cheapest price on Sep 26
€16
Average ticket price on Sep 26
€16
Fastest journey on Sep 26
3 h
Average journey duration on Sep 26
3 h 11 m
Buses on Sep 26
9
Distance
192 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stara Zagora to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stara Zagora to Sofia will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Sat, Sep 26, we found 9 buses from Stara Zagora to Sofia, including 9 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 26 the direct buses cover the 192 km distance in an average of 3 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sat, Sep 26 the slowest buses will take 3 h 24 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.
7:45 PM3h20Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара)11:05 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers- 3:00 AM4h15Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара)7:15 AMSofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)€161One-way0 transfers
- 10:07 AM3h08Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара)1:15 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 4:00 AM4h00Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара)8:00 AMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 PM3h00Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара)6:45 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 3:45 PM3h00Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара)6:45 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
04:41 PM3h04Stara Zagora7:45 PMSofia€171One-way0 transfers- 10:07 AM3h08Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара)1:15 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 7:45 PM3h20Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара)11:05 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)€161One-way0 transfers
- 06:04 AM3h24Stara Zagora9:28 AMSofia€171One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Stara Zagora to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Stara Zagora to Sofia buses for today, Friday, September 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 5:02 AM Stara Zagora | 3h19 | 8:21 AM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 6:04 AM Stara Zagora | 3h24 | 9:28 AM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 4:41 PM Stara Zagora | 3h04 | 7:45 PM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:45 PM Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара) | 3h20 | 11:05 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 26 | |||||
| 3:00 AM Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара) | 4h15 | 7:15 AM Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:00 AM Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара) | 4h00 | 8:00 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Stara Zagora to Sofia
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Buses from Stara Zagora to Sofia run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 192 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 192 km |
Average bus duration 3h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 2h 38m |
First bus 4:00 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, Infobus from Stara Zagora to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Stara Zagora to Sofia with Union Ivkoni International, Infobus for as low as €11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Stara Zagora to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stara Zagora to Sofia 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 Sofia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- 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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Stara Zagora to Sofia
Most Stara Zagora to Sofia buses use the Stara Zagora, Avtogara (Стара Загора, Aвтогара) to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) station pair, with some services arriving at Sofia (София). Use this guide to compare Stara Zagora and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Stara Zaragora from Stara Zagora city centre
Stara Zaragora is 1 km from Stara Zagora city centre. Public transport options include:
Stara Zaragora bus station facilities and services
Stara Zaragora 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 with snacks and drinks available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stara Zaragora. ATMs are available at Stara Zaragora.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stara Zaragora.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stara Zaragora: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stara Zaragora: Wheelchair access provided at entrance.
Which Sofia station do buses from Stara Zagora arrive at?
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 Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) from Sofia city centre
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) bus station facilities and services
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Serdika (in the station), Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km), Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Elevators, ramps.
More options for your journey from Stara Zagora to Sofia
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