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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Trieste Airport (TRS) | Serdika | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Trieste Centrale | Serdika | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Trieste Centrale | Serdika | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:03 AM CEST.
Get from Trieste to Sofia
The journey takes about 21 hours, and with fares starting at just RUB 7,104, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Trieste and Sofia
Stops in Trieste
- B
Centrale
Piazza della Libertà 9, 34135 Trieste, Italy - C
Trieste
Via della Fonderia, 6, 34129 Trieste, Italy - D
Largo Città di Santos
Largo Città di Santos, 8, 34132 Trieste TS, Italy - E
Stazione marittima
Molo dei Bersaglieri, 42, 34124 Trieste TS, Italy
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Trieste 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 Trieste to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Trieste to Sofia start from RUB 7,104. The average price for this route is around RUB 11,951. 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 Trieste to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Trieste to Sofia is 21h, covering a distance of 838 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 10m and is operated by M&M TRAVEL.
Which bus companies service the Trieste to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, M&M TRAVEL.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Trieste to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Trieste to Sofia at 2:15am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Trieste to Sofia?
A bus trip from Trieste to Sofia generates an estimated 20.9458 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 Trieste to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 14951 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Trieste to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Trieste to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Trieste to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Trieste to Sofia was searched and found on Aug 5, 2026 with a price of RUB 11,721To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Trieste to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from RUB 11,721 to RUB 16,437 for a bus ticket from Trieste to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 11,930 which is on 2026-08-08.
