Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Smolyan | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Smolyan Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Smolyan | No tags |
Get from Sofia to Smolyan
This route is served by bus only
The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
1bus per day
4h 15mAverage Duration
169 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
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BG Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Smolyan by bus
What is the distance between Sofia and Smolyan?
The distance covered from Sofia to Smolyan is 169 km (105 miles).
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-23
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11-24
$30
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11-30
$30
The cheapest trip from Sofia to Smolyan was searched and found on Nov 24, 2025 with a price of $30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Smolyan, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $38 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Smolyan based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-30.
