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 | Serdika | Paradies | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Serdika | Paradies | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Serdika | Jena Paradies | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Serdika | Jena central bus station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Jena central bus station | No tags |
Get from Sofia to Jena
The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 977, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Jena?
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
- F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Jena
- AAm Volksbad, 07743 Jena, Germany
- B
Jena Central Bus Station (West)
Am Volksbad, 07743 Jena - C
Jena Bahnhof Göschwitz
Göschwitzer Str. 62, 07745 Jena, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Jena 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 Jena?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Jena start at R 1 977. The average price for this route is around R 2 120. 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 Jena?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Jena is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1275 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Karat-S.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Jena route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Karat-S, Radina VIP, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Jena?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Jena at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Jena?
A bus trip from Sofia to Jena produces an estimated 32 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 Jena?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 285 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Jena?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sofia to Jena?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Jena?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Radina VIP, 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.
The cheapest trip from Sofia to Jena was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 535To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Jena as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 535 to R 2 535 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Jena based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 535, which is on 2025-12-23.
