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Get from Budapest to Sofia
The journey takes about 23 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just SEK 485, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Budapest and Sofia
Stops in Budapest
- A
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary - B
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - D
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937 - E
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary - F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Sofia by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Sofia start at SEK 485. The average price for this route is around SEK 696. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Budapest to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Budapest to Sofia is 23h 35m, covering a distance of 622 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 40m and is operated by Karat-S.
Which bus companies service the Budapest to Sofia route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Sofia at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Sofia?
A bus trip from Budapest to Sofia produces an estimated 15.548275000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Budapest 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 355 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Budapest to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest 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 Budapest to Sofia was searched and found on 05 Oct 2026 with a price of SEK 520To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from SEK 520 to SEK 1 302 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 520, which is on 2026-10-05.
Usually Arda Tur 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.
