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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Avtobusna Postaja | Serdika | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Avtobusna Postaja | Serdika | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Avtobusna Postaja | Serdika | No tags |
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Get from Ljubljana to Sofia
The journey takes about 15 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ljubljana and Sofia?
Stops in Ljubljana
- AAvtobusna Postaja, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
- C
Ljubljana
6 Pražakova ulica, 1000 Center, Slovenia
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- Cbulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
- Dbulevard "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 Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ljubljana to Sofia start at PEN 150. The average price for this route is around PEN 226. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ljubljana to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Ljubljana to Sofia is 15h 10m, covering a distance of 793 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 40m and is operated by M&M TRAVEL.
Which bus companies service the Ljubljana to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, FlixBus, M&M TRAVEL.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ljubljana to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Ljubljana to Sofia at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ljubljana to Sofia?
A bus trip from Ljubljana to Sofia produces an estimated 19.810299999999998 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 Ljubljana to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12517 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ljubljana to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Ljubljana to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ljubljana to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Ljubljana to Sofia was searched and found on 27 Apr 2026 with a price of PEN 136To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ljubljana to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 136 to PEN 345 for a bus ticket from Ljubljana to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 137, which is on 2026-05-02.
Usually FlixBus 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.
