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Get from Salzburg to Sofia
The journey takes about 19 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salzburg and Sofia?
Stops in Salzburg
- AHellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
- B
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - D
Süd - Alpenstraße
Alpenstraße, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Ebulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salzburg to Sofia start from $79. The average price for this route is around $167. 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 Salzburg to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Salzburg to Sofia is 19h 20m, covering a distance of 983 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Salzburg to Sofia route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Salzburg to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Salzburg to Sofia at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salzburg to Sofia?
A bus trip from Salzburg to Sofia generates an estimated 25 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 Salzburg to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Air Kona, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Air Kona, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Sofia was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $119To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salzburg to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $119 to $293 for a bus ticket from Salzburg to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $119 which is on 2025-12-12.
