How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Dortmund?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Dortmund start at R 1 340. The average price for this route is around R 1 840. 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 Dortmund?

The average bus journey time from Sofia to Dortmund is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1544 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Union Ivkoni .

Which bus companies service the Sofia to Dortmund route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Union Ivkoni .

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

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

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

A bus trip from Sofia to Dortmund produces an estimated 39 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 Dortmund?

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 11638 reviews.

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

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 Dortmund?

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 Dortmund?

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 Sofia to Dortmund from R 1 929 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Sofia to Dortmund on 23 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	22:50	Serdika	1d 11h	09:15	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	01:45	Serdika	1d 15h	16:20	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	22:50	Serdika	1d 12h	10:45	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	22:50	Serdika	1d 11h	10:45	Dortmund	No tags
Bus	09:30	Serdika	1d 5h	14:00	ZOB	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Sofia to Dortmund

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 340, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1d 11hAverage duration

1544 kmDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 340 - R 2 649	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 2 220 - R 2 220	Average duration19h 10m	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Dortmund?

Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
Visit page
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

Stops in Dortmund

A
ZOB
Quadbeckstraße, 44147 Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen
B
Dortmund Hauptbahnhof
Brinkhoffstraße 33, 44137 Dortmund, Germany
Visit page
C
Dortmund Bushaltestelle
Dortmund, Germany
Visit page
D
Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle
Königswall 24, 44137 Dortmund, , Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 704 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 957 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Dortmund 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 Dortmund?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Dortmund start at R 1 340. The average price for this route is around R 1 840. 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 Dortmund?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Dortmund is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1544 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Dortmund route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Dortmund?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Dortmund at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Dortmund?
A bus trip from Sofia to Dortmund produces an estimated 39 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 Dortmund?
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 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Dortmund?
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 Dortmund?
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 Dortmund?
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

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R 1 929

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R 2 758

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The cheapest trip from Sofia to Dortmund was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 929

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 929 to R 3 210 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 929, which is on 2025-12-24.