How long is the trip from Sofia to Sliven by bus?

The bus ride from Sofia to Sliven takes 4h 23m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 3h 30m.

What is the travel distance from Sofia to Sliven?

Sofia and Sliven are 246 km (153 miles) apart.

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sofia to Sliven?

Buses departing from Serdika in Sofia will take you to Sliven Bus Station in Sliven.

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Sliven?

If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Sliven from Sofia; it tends to be more affordable. Starting at $28, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

How much does the bus ticket cost from Sofia to Sliven?

The bus from Sofia to Sliven will cost you $30, on average.

Sofia to Sliven Bus Tickets

TomorrowMar 27

from $28

FriMar 28

from $28

SatMar 29

from $28

SunMar 30

from $28

MonMar 31

from $28

TueApr 1

WedApr 2

ThuApr 3

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: March 27 at 11:00am
Departure city: Sofia
Departure location: Sofia Central Bus Station
Arrival time: March 27 at 4:20pm
Destination city: Sliven
Destination location: Bus and Coach Station Sliven
Operated by: Union Ivkoni
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 20m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: March 27 at 12:00pm
Departure city: Sofia
Departure location: Sofia Central Bus Station
Arrival time: March 27 at 4:00pm
Destination city: Sliven
Destination location: Bus and Coach Station Sliven
Operated by: Union Ivkoni
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h
Departure time: March 27 at 7:00am
Departure city: Sofia
Departure location: Sofia Central Bus Station
Arrival time: March 27 at 1:15pm
Destination city: Sliven
Destination location: Bus and Coach Station Sliven
Operated by: Union Ivkoni
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 15m
Departure time: March 27 at 11:00am
Departure city: Sofia
Departure location: Sofia Avtobusna Spirka
Arrival time: March 27 at 3:16pm
Destination city: Sliven
Destination location: Sliven Bus Station
Operated by: Infobus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 16m
Departure time: March 27 at 11:00am
Departure city: Sofia
Departure location: Sofia Avtobusna Spirka
Arrival time: March 27 at 3:16pm
Destination city: Sliven
Destination location: Sliven Bus Station
Operated by: Doris
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 16m

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 4:34 PM EET.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Bus Sofia to Sliven: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$30

Average Bus Trip Duration4h 23m

Number of daily buses9

Earliest bus departure7:00am

Distance245 km

Latest bus departure11:30pm

Compare bus companies

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,840 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.8

Based on 1840 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the WiFi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at $28.00

Union Ivkoni Sofia Sliven recent customer reviews

The bus was on time, clean and operator friendly. I was a little hesitate on taking the bus, but was pleasantly surprised. The stops were well placed and enough time to use the restroom, stretch the legs and get a snack.

Tonya D.

September 3, 2019

Excellent buses and staff, the stations are unwelcoming and smelly

Violeta K.

May 25, 2022

Alles ist sehr gut, vielen Dank

Yosif D.

February 10, 2020

Doris

5/512 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness5

Wifi3.4

Infobus

4/5463 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

BG Bus Companies: FlixBus, Infobus, FlixTrain, Ecolines, Union Ivkoni, KLR Bus, LIKEBUS

Sofia to Sliven Buses

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Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Sliven?

Stops in Sofia

A - Serdika

B - Sofia Airport

C - Central Bus Station

D - Central Bus Station - Sofia

E - Knyaginya Maria Luiza

F - Lukoil

Stops in Sliven

A - Sliven Bus Station

B - Sliven

Frequently asked questions on the trip Sofia - Sliven

How long is the trip from Sofia to Sliven by bus?
The bus ride from Sofia to Sliven takes 4h 23m, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 3h 30m.
What is the travel distance from Sofia to Sliven?
Sofia and Sliven are 246 km (153 miles) apart.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sofia to Sliven?
Buses departing from Serdika in Sofia will take you to Sliven Bus Station in Sliven.
What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Sliven?
If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Sliven from Sofia; it tends to be more affordable. Starting at $28, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.
How much does the bus ticket cost from Sofia to Sliven?
The bus from Sofia to Sliven will cost you $30, on average.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

03-24

$26

03-25

$28

Today

$28

03-27

$26

03-28

$26

03-29

$26

03-30

$26

03-31

$26

The cheapest trip from Sofia to Sliven was searched and found on Mar 29, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $29 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Sliven based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-03-29.

Usually Citylines 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Sofia to Sliven.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Sofia to Sliven, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Sofia to Sliven.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Sofia to Sliven.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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Bus Sofia to Sliven: Trip Overview

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Union Ivkoni Sofia Sliven recent customer reviews

Sofia to Sliven Buses

Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Sliven?

Frequently asked questions on the trip Sofia - Sliven

How long is the trip from Sofia to Sliven by bus?

What is the travel distance from Sofia to Sliven?

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sofia to Sliven?

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Sliven?

How much does the bus ticket cost from Sofia to Sliven?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

Will you be returning to Sofia by bus?

Top travelled bus routes

Why choose Busbud?

The Best Way To Book Bus and Train Tickets

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