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

The bus ride from Sofia to Targovishte takes 5h, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Targovishte in 3h 35m

What is the travel distance from Sofia to Targovishte?

The distance between Sofia and Targovishte is approximately 272 km (169 miles).

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

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

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

Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Sofia to Targovishte. With a starting ticket price of $27, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

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

You can expect to pay around $29 for the bus ride from Sofia to Targovishte.

Sofia to Targovishte Bus Tickets

TodayApr 26

TomorrowApr 27

from $28

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One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 27 at 12:30am
Departure city: Sofia
Departure location: Sofia Central Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 5:05am
Destination city: Targovishte
Destination location: Targovishte Bus Station
Operated by: Grup Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 35m
Departure time: April 27 at 9:30am
Departure city: Sofia
Departure location: Sofia Central Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 2:55pm
Destination city: Targovishte
Destination location: Targovishte Bus Station
Operated by: Grup Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 25m
Departure time: April 27 at 12:30am
Departure city: Sofia
Departure location: Sofia Central Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 5:05am
Destination city: Targovishte
Destination location: Targovishte Bus Station
Operated by: Infobus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 35m
Departure time: April 27 at 11:00am
Departure city: Sofia
Departure location: Sofia Central Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 4:20pm
Destination city: Targovishte
Destination location: Targovishte Bus Station
Operated by: Grup Plus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 20m
Departure time: April 27 at 9:30am
Departure city: Sofia
Departure location: Sofia Central Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 2:55pm
Destination city: Targovishte
Destination location: Targovishte Bus Station
Operated by: Infobus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 25m

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 2:23 PM EEST.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Bus Sofia to Targovishte: Trip Overview

Average Ticket Price$29

Average Bus Trip Duration5h

Number of daily buses10

Earliest bus departure12:30am

Distance271 km

Latest bus departure7:30pm

Compare bus companies

Grup Plus

4/570 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.8

Based on 70 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Grup Plus ticket prices on this trip start at $27.00

Grup Plus Sofia Targovishte recent customer reviews

Need to tell people who have mobile ticket to visit office at bus station and get hard copy,you don't board the bus directly with a qr code,otherwise excellent,great driver great trip,considering time and distance was only 4 minutes out of published arrival time, ticket was 28leva at office.so not much more buying online and a guaranteed seat :)

David B.

April 27, 2024

Infobus

4/5463 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

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Sofia to Targovishte Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Sofia to Targovishte, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Targovishte?

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 Targovishte

A - Targovishte Bus Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Sofia - Targovishte

How long is the trip from Sofia to Targovishte by bus?
The bus ride from Sofia to Targovishte takes 5h, on average. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Targovishte in 3h 35m
What is the travel distance from Sofia to Targovishte?
The distance between Sofia and Targovishte is approximately 272 km (169 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sofia to Targovishte?
Buses departing from Serdika in Sofia will take you to Targovishte Bus Station in Targovishte.
What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Targovishte?
Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Sofia to Targovishte. With a starting ticket price of $27, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.
How much does the bus ticket cost from Sofia to Targovishte?
You can expect to pay around $29 for the bus ride from Sofia to Targovishte.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04-24

$26

04-25

$26

Today

$26

04-27

$26

04-28

No data

04-29

No data

04-30

$26

05-01

$26

The cheapest trip from Sofia to Targovishte was searched and found on Apr 25, 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 Targovishte, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $26 to $32 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Targovishte based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2025-05-01.

Usually Group Plus 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

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Sofia and Targovishte!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Sofia to Targovishte, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Sofia to Targovishte that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Sofia to Targovishte, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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