Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Serdika | Gara Nord | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus
| Serdika | Gara Nord | Fastest |
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Get from Sofia to Chişinău
The journey takes about 18 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $76, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Sofia and Chişinău
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
Stops in Chişinău
- A
Gara Nord
Strada Calea Moşilor, Chișinău, Moldova - B
Gara Sud
Șoseaua Hînceşti, Chișinău, Moldova - C
Gara Feroviară
Strada Piața Gării, Chișinău, Moldova - D
Chisinau
Muncesti Hwy, Chisinau, Moldova - E
Strada Mitropolit Varlaam
Strada Mitropolit Varlaam 63, Chișinău, Moldova
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Chişinău 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 Sofia to Chişinău?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Chişinău start from $76. The average price for this route is around $99. 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 Sofia to Chişinău?
The average bus travel time from Sofia to Chişinău is 18h 55m, covering a distance of 648 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 55m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Chişinău route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Chişinău?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Chişinău at 1:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Chişinău?
A bus trip from Sofia to Chişinău generates an estimated 16.1785 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 Sofia to Chişinău?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is SVS.MD, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Chişinău?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company SVS.MD has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sofia to Chişinău?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Chişinău?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is SVS.MD, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Sofia to Chişinău was searched and found on Oct 16, 2026 with a price of $81To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Chişinău, as early as possible.
