Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Avtobuska | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Avtobuska | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Avtobuska | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Avtobuska | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Avtobuska | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Skopje to Sofia
The journey takes about 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Skopje and Sofia?
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- Cbulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
- Dbulevard "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 - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Skopje 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 Skopje to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Skopje to Sofia start from $53. The average price for this route is around $54. 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 Skopje to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Skopje to Sofia is 5h, covering a distance of 174 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by Infobus.
Which bus companies service the Skopje to Sofia route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Skopje to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Skopje to Sofia at 5:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Skopje to Sofia?
A bus trip from Skopje to Sofia generates an estimated 4.345174999999999 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 Skopje 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 295 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Skopje 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 Skopje 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 Skopje 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 Skopje to Sofia was searched and found on Apr 25, 2026 with a price of $48To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Skopje to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $48 to $65 for a bus ticket from Skopje to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2026-04-25.
Usually Infobus 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.
