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| 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 | Avtobusna Spirka Ruse | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Ruse | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Avtobusna Spirka Ruse | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Serdika | Ruse (Centralna Avtogara) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Ruse | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Ruse | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Ruse (Centralna Avtogara) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Ruse | No tags |
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Get from Sofia to Ruse
The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just THB 670, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Ruse?
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Ruse
- A
Avtobusna Spirka Ruse
bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel" 156, 7012 Ruse, Bulgaria - B
Petko D. Petkov
Русе, к-с Евас 7, вх. Б ет. 3, 7000 Ruse Center, Ruse, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Ruse 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 Ruse?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Ruse start at THB 670. The average price for this route is around THB 898. 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 Ruse?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Ruse is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 247 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Ruse route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, Traventuria, Pegasus, FlixBus, Grup Plus, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Ruse?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Ruse at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 18:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Ruse?
A bus trip from Sofia to Ruse produces an estimated 6.1546 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 Ruse?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pegasus, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 187 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Ruse?
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 Ruse?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Pegasus, with a punctuality rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Ruse?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pegasus, 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 Ruse was searched and found on 25 Jun 2026 with a price of THB 637To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Ruse as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from THB 637 to THB 1 718 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Ruse based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at THB 637, which is on 2026-06-29.
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.
