Bus from Sofia to Sliven: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sofia to Sliven on 22 May
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Union IvkoniBus
Sofia Central Bus Station
Bus and Coach Station SlivenCheapest
Union IvkoniBus
Sofia Central Bus Station
Bus and Coach Station SlivenFastest
Union IvkoniBus
Sofia Central Bus Station
Sliven Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 08:42 EEST.

Get from Sofia to Sliven

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 26 minutes, and with fares starting at just NOK 188, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
4h 26mAverage duration
246 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sofia to Sliven

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Sliven?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Sofia to Sliven start from NOK 188. The average price for this route is around NOK 227. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. Which bus companies service the Sofia to Sliven route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, Doris, Infobus.

  3. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Sliven?

    The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Sliven at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

  4. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Sliven?

    A bus journey from Sofia to Sliven produces an estimated 6.13395 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  5. Which is the best bus company from Sofia to Sliven?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Doris, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.

  6. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Sliven?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Doris has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sofia to Sliven?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Doris, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Sliven?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Doris, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
20/05
NOK 201
21/05
NOK 201
Today
NOK 201
23/05
NOK 203
24/05
NOK 201
25/05
NOK 204
26/05
NOK 168
27/05
NOK 203
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sofia to Sliven was searched and found on 26 May 2026 with a price of NOK 168

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Sliven as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from NOK 168 to NOK 317 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Sliven based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 168, which is on 2026-05-26.

Usually Doris 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.

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