The cheapest and fastest buses from Zagreb to Sofia
Cheapest price
€44
Average price
€57
Fastest journey
12 h
Average duration
12 h 15 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
680 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zagreb to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Sofia will cost around €57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €44.
Of the 3 buses that leave Zagreb for Sofia on Sat, Feb 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Feb 14 the direct buses cover the 680 km distance in an average of 12 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h .
On Sat, Feb 14 the slowest buses will take 12 h 30 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 bus and flight for Zagreb to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. 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 €30, and a flight costs an average of €90.
Distance: 680 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€49 Average price Cheapest | €204 Average price |
12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg 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
Zagreb to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Sofia buses for today, Friday, February 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 7:20 PM Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h15 | 7:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, February 14 | |||||
![]() | 3:30 AM Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor) | 12h30 | 4:00 PM Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zagreb to Sofia
Buses from Zagreb to Sofia run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:40, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 680 km distance in 12h 0m.
Distance 680 km |
Average bus duration 12h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 0m |
First bus 00:40 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Ourbus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, Cazmatrans NOVA d.o.o. from Zagreb to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Zagreb to Sofia with Ourbus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, Cazmatrans NOVA d.o.o. for as low as €30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Zagreb to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb 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.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Zagreb to Sofia
- 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
- 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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