How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia start from $95. The average price for this route is around $196. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

The average bus travel time from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1391 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Racic Eurobus .

Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Sofia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Racic Eurobus , Union Ivkoni , Infobus , Karat-S .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 290 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Sofia from $90 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Sofia on January 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 5h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	12:40am	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 7h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags
Bus	1:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 7h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags
Bus	4:20pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 6h	11:45pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	11:30pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 9h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

1391 kmDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$95 - $408	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$214 - $214	Average Duration17h 40m	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Sofia?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
Frankfurt Airport
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B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany
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Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
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C
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria
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D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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E
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,043 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Racic Eurobus

3.5/518 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,978 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

Infobus

4/5494 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

Karat-S

4/5290 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi1.9

BG bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia start from $95. The average price for this route is around $196. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1391 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Racic Eurobus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Racic Eurobus, Union Ivkoni, Infobus, Karat-S.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia generates an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 290 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-12

$99

01-13

$120

Today

$114

01-15

$101

01-16

$116

01-17

$110

01-18

$109

01-19

$90

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $90

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $90 to $210 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $90 which is on 2026-01-19.

Usually Karat-S, Racic Eurobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.