How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Ruse?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Ruse start from TRY 906. The average price for this route is around TRY 921. 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 Ruse?

The average bus travel time from Sofia to Ruse is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 248 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Union Ivkoni .

Which bus companies service the Sofia to Ruse route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni , Pegasus , FlixBus , Grup Plus , Infobus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Ruse?

The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Ruse at 6:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Ruse?

A bus trip from Sofia to Ruse generates an estimated 6.17805 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 Ruse?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pegasus , with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 185 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Ruse?

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 Ruse?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Pegasus , with a punctuality rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Ruse?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pegasus , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Sofia to Ruse from TRY 814 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sofia to Ruse on May 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 15m	12:15pm	Ruse	Cheapest
Bus	2:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	4h 30m	7:00pm	Ruse	Fastest
Bus	11:55am	Serdika	4h 55m	4:50pm	Avtobusna Spirka Ruse	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Serdika	12h 35m	1:50am	Ruse (Centralna Avtogara)	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h	3:30pm	Ruse	No tags

Next departures for Sofia to Ruse on May 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 15m	12:15pm	Ruse	Cheapest
Bus	2:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	4h 30m	7:00pm	Ruse	Fastest
Bus	11:55am	Serdika	4h 55m	4:50pm	Avtobusna Spirka Ruse	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h	3:30pm	Ruse	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	4h 45m	5:15pm	Ruse	No tags

Next departures for Sofia to Ruse on May 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 15m	12:15pm	Ruse	Cheapest
Bus	2:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	4h 30m	7:00pm	Ruse	Fastest
Bus	11:55am	Serdika	4h 55m	4:50pm	Avtobusna Spirka Ruse	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h	3:30pm	Ruse	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	4h 45m	5:15pm	Ruse	No tags

Next departures for Sofia to Ruse on May 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 15m	12:15pm	Ruse	Cheapest
Bus	2:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	4h 30m	7:00pm	Ruse	Fastest
Bus	11:55am	Serdika	4h 55m	4:50pm	Avtobusna Spirka Ruse	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h	3:30pm	Ruse	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	4h 45m	5:15pm	Ruse	No tags

Next departures for Sofia to Ruse on May 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:00am	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 15m	12:15pm	Ruse	Cheapest
Bus	2:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	4h 30m	7:00pm	Ruse	Fastest
Bus	11:55am	Serdika	4h 55m	4:50pm	Avtobusna Spirka Ruse	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Serdika	12h 35m	1:50am	Ruse (Centralna Avtogara)	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h	3:30pm	Ruse	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:24 PM EEST.

Get from Sofia to Ruse

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just TRY 906, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

4h 55mAverage Duration

248 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Ruse?

Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
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C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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D
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria

Stops in Ruse

A
Avtobusna Spirka Ruse
bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel" 156, 7012 Ruse, Bulgaria
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B
Petko D. Petkov
Русе, к-с Евас 7, вх. Б ет. 3, 7000 Ruse Center, Ruse, Bulgaria

Compare bus companies

Union Ivkoni

2.7/51,995 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wi‑Fi0.9

According to 17 reviews, Union Ivkoni received a 3.8-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the cleanliness, but some complained about the power outlets. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at TRY 906

Union Ivkoni Sofia Ruse recent customer reviews

Timing was perfect and the driver was experienced. However, my seat's arm was broken. Also, the bathroom we had stopped for was not free.

Huseyn J.

July 7, 2024

The services were reliable and the staff members were helpful.

Jee Cheng P.

July 8, 2024

An old, rusty bus in which the air conditioning system did not work.

Evghenii S.

September 14, 2022

Pegasus

4.4/5185 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.0

FlixBus

3.5/512,614 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Grup Plus

3.9/5108 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi1.8

Customers appreciate the excellent service provided by the staff. However, some mention that air conditioning would be nice in hot weather.

Grup Plus Sofia Ruse recent customer reviews

The bus was old and dirty

Robert Y.

September 21, 2024

Excellent service from the staff!

Iveta D.

June 23, 2022

Air conditioning would be nice in the hot weather.

Ruslana K.

June 12, 2022

Infobus

3.9/5496 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.8

BG bus companies:FlixBus, LIKEBUS, Infobus, Union Ivkoni, Openline, AvtoExpress Dnipro, Lux Bus

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Ruse 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 Ruse?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Ruse start from TRY 906. The average price for this route is around TRY 921. 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 Ruse?
The average bus travel time from Sofia to Ruse is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 248 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Ruse route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, Pegasus, FlixBus, Grup Plus, Infobus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Ruse?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Ruse at 6:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Ruse?
A bus trip from Sofia to Ruse generates an estimated 6.17805 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 Ruse?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pegasus, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 185 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Ruse?
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 Ruse?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Pegasus, with a punctuality rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Ruse?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pegasus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05-08

TRY 896

05-09

TRY 899

Today

TRY 899

05-11

TRY 900

05-12

TRY 894

05-13

TRY 894

05-14

TRY 895

05-15

TRY 895

The cheapest trip from Sofia to Ruse was searched and found on May 12, 2026 with a price of TRY 894

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Ruse, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from TRY 894 to TRY 3,566 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Ruse based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 894 which is on 2026-05-12.

Usually Pegasus 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.