Next bus departures

Next departures from Sofia to Bucharest on 3 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	7h 15m	05:15	Autogara Militari	Cheapest
Bus Toilet Power outlets	18:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 50m	23:50	The Northern Railway Station	Fastest
Bus	22:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	7h 45m	05:45	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	23:25	Serdika	11h 20m	10:45	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet	09:00	Serdika	7h 15m	16:15	Autogara Militari	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	18:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	6h 30m	00:30	Aeroport Henri Coanda Sosiri, Bucharest Otopeni airport	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	13:15	Serdika	7h 5m	20:20	Militari	No tags
Bus Wifi Toilet Power outlets	23:25	Serdika	6h 35m	06:00	Militari	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:49 PM EEST.

Get from Sofia to Bucharest

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 21 234, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

7h 5mAverage duration

296 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Sofia and Bucharest

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
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria

Stops in Bucharest

A
Militari
Strada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
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B
Autogara Filaret
Autogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
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C
Bucharest Airport (OTP)
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D
Bucarest
București , Romania
E
Strada Atelierului
Strada Atelierului 22, București, Romania
F
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya

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FlixBus

3.5/516 013 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 16013 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 21 234

Flixbus Sofia Bucharest recent customer reviews

The bus journey was comfortable but the toilet did not have water supply which needs to be looked into.

Oswald V.

18 July 2026

The bus was 90 mins late arriving in Bucharest due to customs issues at rhe Bulgarian/Romanian border

Vaughn. R.

7 July 2025

Pegasus

4.3/5225 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi2.3

Users have expressed satisfaction with the overall service and appreciated the driver's friendliness. However, a common concern was the lack of clear signage at bus stops, which caused some stress while waiting for their ride. Additionally, passengers felt that slightly longer stop durations would enhance comfort during travel breaks.

Pegasus Sofia Bucharest recent customer reviews

It was basically a nice ride. The driver was nice. The stops were quite short, I think 20 minutes would have been more spacious then 15. What was really disturbing was that we've waited for the bus in Terminal 2 in the airport, but there was absolutely no sign at the stop there that says it's really the right spot, so untill the bus arrived we were a bit stressed that it might not be the right place...

Souf Y.

1 September 2026

The service was great, but we had some difficulties to find the bus stop before the bus was there since there was no signs.

Christine S.

3 July 2026

Traventuria

4.2/565 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

Openline

2.4/522 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi5.0

Union Ivkoni

2.7/52 101 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.9

Customers have reported positive experiences with friendly drivers and decent buses. However, there are concerns about significant delays of up to three hours without proper facilities like toilets on board.

Union Ivkoni Sofia Bucharest recent customer reviews

They were late for two hours and we were stuck at the border, ended up arriving 3 hours later than expected - the bus was ok and the drivers were very nice

Nok Yee Charlotte M.

7 November 2023

I would use again, but please get toilets in the buses. It's better for everyone!

Kiril K.

24 August 2022

Left on time!

Jarrett S.

25 August 2025

LIKEBUS

3.6/534 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.4

Based on 34 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained about the Wi-Fi. LIKEBUS ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 48 591

LIKEBUS Sofia Bucharest recent customer reviews

I almost lost my flight because of the delay, my trip supposed to be at 12.30 am at the otp airport yet it arrived at 4,00 am and that almost caused me my flight adding to that the stress during the delay.

Somar J.

19 August 2026

Great service!

Lucia O.

28 July 2025

Maks Trans LTD

3.3/53 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5.0

AvtoExpress Dnipro

1.0/52 reviews

Timeliness0.0

RO bus companies:FlixBus, Metro Turizm, LIKEBUS, Openline, Union Ivkoni, AvtoExpress Dnipro, Lux Bus

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Bucharest 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 Bucharest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Bucharest start at CLP 21 234. The average price for this route is around CLP 38 696. 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 Bucharest?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Bucharest is 7h 5m, covering a distance of 296 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Maks Trans LTD.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Bucharest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Pegasus, Traventuria, Openline, Union Ivkoni, LIKEBUS, Maks Trans LTD, AvtoExpress Dnipro.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Bucharest?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Bucharest at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Bucharest?
A bus trip from Sofia to Bucharest produces an estimated 7.3833 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 Bucharest?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pegasus, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 225 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Bucharest?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Openline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sofia to Bucharest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Pegasus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Bucharest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Maks Trans LTD, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

30/09

CLP 30 484

01/10

CLP 23 373

Today

CLP 23 282

03/10

CLP 31 362

04/10

CLP 23 232

05/10

CLP 23 857

06/10

CLP 23 222

07/10

CLP 22 636

The cheapest trip from Sofia to Bucharest was searched and found on 07 Oct 2026 with a price of CLP 22 636

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 22 636 to CLP 70 834 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Bucharest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 22 636, which is on 2026-10-07.

Usually FlixBus, LIKEBUS 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.