Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
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| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Serdika | ||||
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| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Serdika | ||||
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| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Serdika | ||||
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| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Serdika | ||||
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| Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | Serdika |
Get from Essen to Sofia
The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R$599, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Essen and Sofia
Stops in Essen
- A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany - D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
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Based on 15891 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R$599
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Sofia by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Sofia start from R$599. The average price for this route is around R$731. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Essen to Sofia is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1566 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Essen to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Sofia at 8:40am. And the latest bus departs at 8:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Sofia?
A bus trip from Essen to Sofia generates an estimated 39.134 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Sofia was searched and found on Sep 24, 2026 with a price of R$659To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Sofia, as early as possible.
