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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Serdika | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
 | Serdika | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Fastest | |||||
| Serdika | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:53 AM EET.
Compare 2 ways to go from Sofia to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$129 - $226 | Average Duration1d 11h | 39kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$174 - $174 | Average Duration20h 10m | 65kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Cologne?
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
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Cologne 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 Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Cologne start from $129. The average price for this route is around $174. 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 Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Sofia to Cologne is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1543 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Cologne at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Cologne?
A bus trip from Sofia to Cologne generates an estimated 39 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 Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sofia to Cologne?
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 Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Cologne was searched and found on Dec 21, 2025 with a price of $152To 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 $152 to $300 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 $176 which is on 2025-12-24.
Usually FlixBus 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.
