Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Serdika | Avtostantsiya Kyiv | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Dachna | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Tsentralniy avtovokzal | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 7:57 AM EET.
Get from Sofia to Kyiv
The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Kyiv?
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
- F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Kyiv
- ASymona Petlyury St 28, Kyiv, Ukraine
- B
Dachna
Volodymyrs'kyi Passage, 2663, Kyiv, Ukraine - CNauky Ave, 4/2, Kyiv, Ukraine
- DVokzal'na Square, 1, Kyiv, Ukraine
- E
Kharkivska Airport Bus Location
Mykoly Bazhana Ave, 36А, Kyivm, Ukraine, 02000 - FZaliznychne Hwy, 10, Kyiv, Ukraine
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Kyiv 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 Kyiv?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Kyiv start from $96. The average price for this route is around $191. 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 Kyiv?
The average bus travel time from Sofia to Kyiv is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1019 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 30m and is operated by Infobus.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Kyiv route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Infobus, Maks Trans LTD, KVI Trans, Energy Trans, LIKEBUS, Ecolines.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Kyiv?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Kyiv at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Kyiv?
A bus trip from Sofia to Kyiv 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 Sofia to Kyiv?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Infobus, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 490 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Kyiv?
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 Sofia to Kyiv?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Kyiv?
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 Sofia to Kyiv was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $93To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Kyiv, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $93 to $247 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Kyiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $100 which is on 2025-12-11.
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.
