How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia start at R 1 122. The average price for this route is around R 2 325. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

The average bus journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1391 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by Racic Eurobus .

Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Sofia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Racic Eurobus , Union Ivkoni , Infobus , Karat-S .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia produces an estimated 35 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 290 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Sofia from R 1 058 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia on 18 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:45	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 5h	20:00	Serdika	No tags
Bus	00:40	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 7h	09:35	Serdika	No tags
Bus	01:05	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 7h	09:35	Serdika	No tags
Bus	16:20	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 6h	23:45	Serdika	No tags
Bus	23:30	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 9h	09:35	Serdika	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main 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, 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 8hAverage duration

1391 kmDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 122 - R 4 836	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 2 539 - R 2 539	Average duration17h 40m	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Sofia?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
Frankfurt Airport
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B
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, 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
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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D
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
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F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512 093 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Racic Eurobus

3.5/518 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 978 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

Infobus

4/5494 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

Karat-S

4/5291 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi1.8

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia start at R 1 122. The average price for this route is around R 2 325. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1391 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by Racic Eurobus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Racic Eurobus, Union Ivkoni, Infobus, Karat-S.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia produces an estimated 35 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 Frankfurt am Main 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 290 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main 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.

Best price found

16/01

R 1 374

17/01

R 1 300

Today

R 1 292

19/01

R 1 058

20/01

R 1 290

21/01

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22/01

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The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 058

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 058 to R 2 483 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 058, which is on 2026-01-19.

Usually Union Ivkoni 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.