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Get from Sofia to Madrid
The journey takes about 2 days, 10 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Madrid?
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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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 Madrid
- BMendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
- CAvenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
- DPlaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
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Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain - FMadrid Atocha railway station, Plaza del Emperador Carlos V, 28045 Madrid, Spain
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Madrid 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 Madrid?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Madrid start from $123. The average price for this route is around $326. 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 Madrid?
The average bus travel time from Sofia to Madrid is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 2242 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 5h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Madrid route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Madrid?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Madrid at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Madrid?
A bus trip from Sofia to Madrid generates an estimated 56 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 Madrid?
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 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Madrid?
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 Madrid?
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 Madrid?
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 Madrid was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $167To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Madrid, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $167 to $469 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Madrid based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $167 which is on 2026-01-10.
