How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Berlin?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Berlin start at R 1 214. The average price for this route is around R 1 979. 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 Berlin?

The average bus journey time from Sofia to Berlin is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1322 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Racic Eurobus .

Which bus companies service the Sofia to Berlin route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Union Ivkoni , Racic Eurobus , Arda Tur .

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

The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Berlin at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.

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

A bus trip from Sofia to Berlin produces an estimated 33 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 Sofia to Berlin?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Racic Eurobus , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews.

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

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 Sofia to Berlin?

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 Sofia to Berlin?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Racic Eurobus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Sofia to Berlin from R 1 149 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Sofia to Berlin on 20 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:00	Serdika	1d 4h	11:00	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Cheapest
	15:00	Serdika	1d 1h	15:50	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)	Fastest
	22:50	Serdika	1d 8h	06:05	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:45	Serdika	1d 19h	20:00	Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:50	Serdika	1d 10h	08:34	Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 7:25 PM EET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Sofia to Berlin

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Berlin. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 990, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

21h 10mAverage duration

1319 kmDistance

55kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 214 - R 4 019	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 990 - R 1 990	Average duration21h 10m	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Berlin?

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
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
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F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria

Stops in Berlin

A
Puschkinallee
Puschkinallee 16, 12435 Berlin, Germany
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B
Alexanderplatz
Alexanderstraße 3, 10178 Berlin, Germany
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C
Alt-Tegel
Karolinenstraße 1F, 13507 Berlin, Germany
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D
Wannsee
Kronprinzessinnenweg 3, 14109 Berlin, Germany
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E
Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Masurenallee 6, 14057 Berlin, Germany
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F
Berlin Südkreuz
Hildegard-Knef-Platz, 10829 Berlin, Germany
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 636 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 956 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

Racic Eurobus

3.5/518 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.7

Arda Tur

3/5259 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.7

Based on 259 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Arda Tur ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 319

Arda Tur Sofia Berlin recent customer reviews

Its terrible drive, staff in Sofia its unfriendly, seems they don't like foreign people, driver's in bus speeks only they language and at stops no explaining what goin on,even in border crossings, I goin first time, and don't know what to do and where to go. Its terrieblest experience in my life.

Sintija B.

19 November 2022

DE Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Berlin 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 Berlin?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Berlin start at R 1 214. The average price for this route is around R 1 979. 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 Berlin?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Berlin is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1322 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Racic Eurobus.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Berlin route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, Racic Eurobus, Arda Tur.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Berlin?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Berlin at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Berlin?
A bus trip from Sofia to Berlin produces an estimated 33 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 Sofia to Berlin?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Racic Eurobus, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Berlin?
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 Sofia to Berlin?
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 Sofia to Berlin?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Racic Eurobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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

16/12

R 1 573

17/12

R 1 909

Today

R 1 832

19/12

No data

20/12

R 1 739

21/12

R 2 238

22/12

R 2 259

23/12

No data

The cheapest trip from Sofia to Berlin was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 573

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 573 to R 3 121 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Berlin based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 739, which is on 2025-12-20.

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.