Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | STR Airport | Serdika | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Stuttgart Airport Busterminal | Serdika | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Kornwestheim | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Kornwestheim | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Vaihingen Bf | Serdika | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:11 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to go from Stuttgart to Sofia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 16 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $168, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$91 - $354 | Average Duration1d 4h | 32kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$168 - $189 | Average Duration16h 20m | 54kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Stuttgart and Sofia?
Stops in Stuttgart
- A
Stuttgart Airport
- BArnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
- CWestrandstraße, 70806 Kornwestheim, Germany
- DKornwestheimer Str. 99, 70439 Stuttgart, Germany
- E
Obertürkheim
Bahnhof Obertürkheim 1, 70329 Stuttgart, Germany
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
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
- F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart to Sofia 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 Stuttgart to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stuttgart to Sofia start from $91. The average price for this route is around $157. 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 Stuttgart to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Stuttgart to Sofia is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1280 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 30m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Infobus, Karat-S, Union Ivkoni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Stuttgart to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Stuttgart to Sofia at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stuttgart to Sofia?
A bus trip from Stuttgart to Sofia generates an estimated 32 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 Stuttgart to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 283 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Sofia?
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 Stuttgart to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stuttgart to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Stuttgart to Sofia was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $114To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stuttgart to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $114 to $252 for a bus ticket from Stuttgart to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $122 which is on 2025-12-15.
Usually FlixBus, Karat-S 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Stuttgart to Sofia?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
