How much is the bus ticket from Essen to Sofia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Sofia start at R 1 340. The average price for this route is around R 1 604. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Essen to Sofia?

The average bus journey time from Essen to Sofia is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1566 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 11h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Essen to Sofia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Sofia?

The earliest bus departs from Essen to Sofia at 20:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Sofia?

A bus trip from Essen to Sofia produces an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Essen to Sofia from R 1 340 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Sofia on 13 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 14h	23:45	Serdika	No tags
Bus	08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 21h	07:00	Serdika	No tags
Bus	23:00	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 10h	10:45	Serdika	No tags
Bus	08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 14h	23:45	Serdika	No tags
Bus	08:45	Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit	1d 21h	07:00	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 1 340, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 12hAverage duration

1566 kmDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 340 - R 3 713	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 3 541 - R 3 541	Average duration21h 50m	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Essen and Sofia?

Stops in Essen

A
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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C
Essen Hbf
Freiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
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D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany
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E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
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C
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria
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D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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E
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 025 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 12025 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 1 340

BG bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen 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 Essen to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Essen to Sofia start at R 1 340. The average price for this route is around R 1 604. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Essen to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Essen to Sofia is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1566 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 11h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Essen to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Essen to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Essen to Sofia at 20:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Essen to Sofia?
A bus trip from Essen to Sofia produces an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.