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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Serdika | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 09:39 EEST.
Get from Sofia to Essen
The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just RUB 13,457, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Sofia and Essen
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
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
Stops in Essen
- A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany - B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany - C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany - D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Compare bus companies
Based on 15514 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at RUB 13,457
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sofia to Essen
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sofia to Essen start from RUB 13,457. The average price for this route is around RUB 21,877. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sofia to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Essen is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1566 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 9h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Essen at 11:20. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Essen?
A bus journey from Sofia to Essen produces an estimated 39.134 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sofia to Essen was searched and found on 8 Sept 2026 with a price of RUB 9,830To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Essen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from RUB 9,830 to RUB 18,197 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Essen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 9,830, which is on 2026-09-08.
