The cheapest and fastest buses from Vienna to Sofia
Cheapest price
€83
Average price
€99
Fastest journey
14 h 25 m
Average duration
18 h 29 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
818 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Sofia will cost around €99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €83.
Of the 5 buses that leave Vienna for Sofia on Sun, Apr 12, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Apr 12 the direct buses cover the 818 km distance in an average of 18 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 25 m .
On Sun, Apr 12 the slowest buses will take 22 h 15 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.
FlixBus4:25 PM17h45Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)11:10 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)€831One-way0 transfers
65186649:30 PM14h25Vienna12:55 PMSofia (София)€901One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:20 AM22h15Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz9:35 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)€1071One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus4:15 PM17h55Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz11:10 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)€1071One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:30 PM20h05Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)9:35 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)€1071One-way1 transfer
65186649:30 PM14h25Vienna12:55 PMSofia (София)€901One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:25 PM17h45Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)11:10 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)€831One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus4:15 PM17h55Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz11:10 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)€1071One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:30 PM20h05Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)9:35 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)€1071One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:20 AM22h15Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz9:35 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)€1071One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Vienna to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €33, and a flight costs an average of €17.
Distance: 818 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€66 Average price Cheapest | €111 Average price |
16h 23m Average total duration 15h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.5 - 4.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vienna to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Sofia buses for tomorrow, Saturday, April 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 22h15 | 6:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 20h05 | 6:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 17h55 | 8:10 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 17h45 | 8:10 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6518664 | 7:30 PM Vienna | 14h25 | 9:55 AM Sofia (София) | 0 transfersDirect |
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Why should you book Vienna to Sofia buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Union Ivkoni International?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Union Ivkoni International, but also compare tickets for the likes of Karat-S, Infobus, FlixBus or ArdaTur to find the best option for your trip from Vienna to Sofia.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Sofia
Buses from Vienna to Sofia run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 818 km distance in 14h 0m.
Distance 818 km |
Average bus duration 15h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 14h 0m |
First bus 1:45 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, Karat-S, Infobus, FlixBus, ArdaTur, City Lines, Citylines from Vienna to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Sofia with Union Ivkoni International, Karat-S, Infobus, FlixBus, ArdaTur, City Lines, Citylines for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Karat-S
Infobus
FlixBus
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ArdaTur
Citylines
FAQs: Bus from Vienna to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna 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.
- Karat-S
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- 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.
- Karat-S
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- 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).
- Karat-S
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Karat-S
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Karat-S
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Vienna to Sofia
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
- 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
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