Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Linz Wissensturm | Serdika | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Linz Industriezeile | Serdika | Fastest |
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Get from Linz to Sofia
The journey takes about 21 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $78, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Linz and Sofia?
Stops in Linz
- A
Hbf
Wissensturm, Kärntnerstraße, 4020 Linz-City, Austria - BIndustriezeile, 4020 Linz, Austria
- C
Linz
Hauptplatz 10, 4020 Linz-City, Austria - D
Linz Busbahnhof - Wien Erdberg
Anschlussstelle St. Marx, 1030 Wien, Austria - E
Prinz-Eugen-Straße
Prinz-Eugen-Straße 13, 4020 Linz, Austria
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Dbulevard "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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Linz 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 Linz to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Linz to Sofia start from $78. The average price for this route is around $87. 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 Linz to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Linz to Sofia is 21h 50m, covering a distance of 936 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 45m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Linz to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Infobus, Karat-S, Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Linz to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Linz to Sofia at 10:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Linz to Sofia?
A bus trip from Linz to Sofia generates an estimated 23 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 Linz 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 291 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Linz 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 Linz 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 Linz 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.
The cheapest trip from Linz to Sofia was searched and found on Mar 2, 2026 with a price of $100To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Linz to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $100 to $159 for a bus ticket from Linz to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $107 which is on 2026-03-05.
