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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Serdika | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Cheapest | |||||
| Serdika | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Fastest |
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average PriceUS$85 - US$267 | Average Duration1d 11h | 39kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | CheapestMost eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average PriceUS$126 - US$130 | Average Duration18h 50m | 65kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Fastest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Sofia to CologneAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 18 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Sofia to Cologne: Trip Overview
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Sofia to Cologne Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Sofia - Cologne
How far is Sofia from Cologne?
Sofia and Cologne are 1543 km (957 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sofia to Cologne?
Buses departing from Serdika in Sofia will take you to Cologne/Bonn Airport in Cologne.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sofia to Cologne was searched and found on Oct 21, 2025 with a price of US$98To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Cologne, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$98 to US$232 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$98 which is on 2025-10-21.
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Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Sofia and Cologne!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Sofia to Cologne, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Sofia to Cologne that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
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Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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