How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Sofia cost?

The bus ticket price from Essen to Sofia starts at R 2 880. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Sofia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Essen to Sofia?

The average travel time between Essen and Sofia is around 1d 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1569 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Sofia?

The number of buses from Essen to Sofia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Sofia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Essen to Sofia?

When taking the bus from Essen to Sofia, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Sofia?

Buses travelling between Essen and Sofia leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Serdika, Sofia Airport, Central Bus Station.

Bus Essen to Sofia from R 2 880 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Sofia on 4 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 14h	23:45	Serdika	No tags
20:30	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 12h	08:35	Serdika	No tags
01:30	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 8h	10:45	Serdika	No tags
20:30	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 12h	09:35	Serdika	No tags
23:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 10h	10:45	Serdika	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Sofia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 880, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 12hAverage duration

1566 kmDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 2 880 - R 3 438	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 3 742 - R 3 742	Average duration21h 50m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Bus Essen to Sofia: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 2 880

Average bus trip duration1d 12h

Number of daily buses4

Earliest bus departure08:45

Distance1565 km

Latest bus departure22:45

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FlixBus

3.5/511 181 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11181 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 R 2 880

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Essen to Sofia Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Essen and Sofia?

Stops in Essen

A - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

B - HBF

C - Essen Hbf

D - Essen Bushaltestelle

E - Hachestraße

Stops in Sofia

A - Serdika

B - Sofia Airport

C - Central Bus Station

D - Central Bus Station - Sofia

E - Knyaginya Maria Luiza

F - Lukoil

Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Sofia

How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Sofia cost?
The bus ticket price from Essen to Sofia starts at R 2 880. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Sofia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Sofia?
The average travel time between Essen and Sofia is around 1d 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 11h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1569 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Sofia?
The number of buses from Essen to Sofia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 4 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Sofia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Essen to Sofia?
When taking the bus from Essen to Sofia, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Sofia?
Buses travelling between Essen and Sofia leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Serdika, Sofia Airport, Central Bus Station.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Essen to Sofia.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Essen to Sofia.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Essen to Sofia will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Essen to Sofia while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Sofia?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 12h	Avg priceR 2 880	Daily departures4
Vehicle typeCarpool	Travel time21h 50m	Avg priceR 3 742	Daily departures1

Will you be returning to Essen by bus?

Bus from Sofia to Essen

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