Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Serdika | Ankara Otogarı | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Ankara Otogarı | No tags |
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Get from Sofia to Ankara
The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just SEK 606, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Ankara?
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
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Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Ankara
- AAnkara Otogarı, Aşti
- BAnkara Otobüs Terminali D:34, Aşti, Yenimahalle, Ankara, 06560, Turkey
- C
Mamak
Meşrutiyet Mahallesi, Atatürk Blv No:97, 06420 Çankaya/Ankara, Turkey - D
Kızılay
Kızılay Mahallesi, 06420 Çankaya/Ankara, Turkey - E
Söğütözü Cep Terminali (Ankara)
Kızılay 1443. Cd. no:15/1, 06590 Çankaya/Ankara, Türkiye
Compare bus companies
Based on 12541 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at SEK 606
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Ankara 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 Sofia to Ankara?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Ankara start at SEK 606. The average price for this route is around SEK 606. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sofia to Ankara?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Ankara is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 851 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 16h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Ankara route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Ankara?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Ankara at 11:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Ankara?
A bus trip from Sofia to Ankara produces an estimated 21.266975 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 Sofia to Ankara was searched and found on 27 Apr 2026 with a price of SEK 580To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Ankara as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from SEK 580 to SEK 580 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Ankara based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 580, which is on 2026-04-28.
