Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Niš | Sofia | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Niš | Sofia | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 12:35 PM CEST.
Get from Niš to Sofia
The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 434, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Niš and Sofia
Stops in Niš
- A
Nis - Autobuska
Bulevar 12. februar, 18106 Nis, Serbia - B
Nis - KANIS
Bulevar 12. februara 23-27, Niš, Serbia - C
Nis anschl. kraljevo busbahnhof
Kralja Stefana Prvovenčanog, Niš, Serbia - D
Nis - P Busbahnhof
Put za Šepšin, , Dražanj, , Serbia
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "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
Compare bus companies
A good way to travel this route is with Niš-Ekspres buses. The company offers 1 daily departures, with ticket prices starting at R 434 and the shortest trip taking about 4 hours 5 minutes. Niš-Ekspres gets you where you want to go for a fair price.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Niš 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 Niš to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Niš to Sofia start at R 434. The average price for this route is around R 442. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Niš to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Niš to Sofia is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 136 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h and is operated by Niš-Ekspres.
Which bus companies service the Niš 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 Niš to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Niš to Sofia at 04:40. And the latest bus departs at 16:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Niš to Sofia?
A bus trip from Niš to Sofia produces an estimated 3.3777000000000004 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Niš to Sofia was searched and found on 20 Oct 2026 with a price of R 437To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Niš to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 437 to R 454 for a bus ticket from Niš to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 437, which is on 2026-10-20.
