Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Central Bus Station | İzmir Otogarı | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Serdika | İzmir Otogarı | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Central Bus Station | İzmir Otogarı | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | İzmir Otogarı | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Central Bus Station | İzmir Otogarı | No tags |
Get from Sofia to Izmir
The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 943, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Izmir?
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- 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 - Ebulevard "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
Stops in Izmir
- Aİzmir Otogarı, Karacaoğlan, Kemal Paşa Cad. No:1 D:158, 35070 Bornova/İzmir
- B
Adnan Menderes Havaalanı (Gaziemir, İzmir)
Dokuz Eylül Mh., Adnan Menderes Havaalanı, 35410 Gaziemir/İzmir, Turkey
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Izmir by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Sofia to Izmir cost?
The bus ticket price from Sofia to Izmir starts at R 943. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sofia to Izmir is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Sofia to Izmir?
The average travel time between Sofia and Izmir is around 14h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 14h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 575 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Sofia and Izmir?
The number of buses from Sofia to Izmir can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sofia to Izmir by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Sofia to Izmir?
When taking the bus from Sofia to Izmir, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Arda Tur, VIP Arda Tur.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sofia to Izmir?
Buses travelling between Sofia and Izmir leave from Serdika or Sofia Airport and arrive at İzmir Otogarı, Adnan Menderes Havaalanı (Gaziemir, İzmir).
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 Izmir was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of R 900To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Izmir as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 900 to R 1 119 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Izmir based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 904, which is on 2025-11-27.
