How much is the bus ticket from Milano to Sofia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Milano to Sofia start at R 1 362. The average price for this route is around R 2 021. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Milano to Sofia?

The average bus journey time from Milano to Sofia is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1174 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h and is operated by Union Ivkoni .

Which bus companies service the Milano to Sofia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Union Ivkoni .

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

The earliest bus departs from Milano to Sofia at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

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

A bus trip from Milano to Sofia produces an estimated 29 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 Milano 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 11504 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milano 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 Milano to Sofia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milano 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.

Bus Milano to Sofia from R 1 417 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Milano to Sofia on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:00	Lampugnano	22h 30m	16:30	Serdika	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:20 AM CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Milano 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, 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 362, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 9hAverage duration

1174 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 362 - R 4 550	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 2 442 - R 2 442	Average duration15h	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Milano and Sofia?

Stops in Milano

A
Lampugnano
Via Giulio Natta, 228, 20151 Milano, Italy
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B
Piazza I Maggio, 1
Piazza I Maggio, 1, 20099 Sesto San Giovanni MI, Italy
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C
Linate Airport
D
Malpensa Airport
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E
Milan San Donato Bus Station
Via Giuseppe Impastato, 27, 20138 Milano, Italy
Visit page
F
Molino Dorino
Molino Dorino, 20151 Milano, Italy

Stops in Sofia

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 617 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 955 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

BG Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Milano 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 Milano to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Milano to Sofia start at R 1 362. The average price for this route is around R 2 021. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Milano to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Milano to Sofia is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1174 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 22h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Milano to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Milano to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Milano to Sofia at 05:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Milano to Sofia?
A bus trip from Milano to Sofia produces an estimated 29 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 Milano 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 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Milano 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 Milano to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Milano 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.

Best price found

13/12

No data

14/12

R 1 708

Today

R 1 956

16/12

R 1 529

17/12

R 1 624

18/12

No data

19/12

R 3 436

20/12

R 2 140

The cheapest trip from Milano to Sofia was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 529

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 529 to R 4 485 for a bus ticket from Milano to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 529, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.