Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Sandanski Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Sandanski Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Sandanski Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Sandanski Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Sandanski Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Sofia to Sandanski
The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 229, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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The driver was noted for being very professional, and the air conditioning functioned well throughout the trip. However, there were some concerns about ticket acceptance as a user reported difficulty with electronic tickets when only paper documents were accepted by the driver.
Union Ivkoni Sofia Sandanski recent customer reviews
The driver was very professional. The air conditioning was on and working well throughout the whole trip.
Margarita G.
I almost missed the trip, the driver refused the message on my phone and wanted the paper document.
Michel G.
Шофьорът се държеше изключително нервно, грубо и троснато. Надявам се да е имал лош ден. Ако това е поведението/състоянието му по принцип, освен че е неуважително за пътниците, изглежда като да има твърде опънати нерви за отговорността която носи като шофьор на атобус. Благодаря за възможността да коментирам.
Rosen P.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Sandanski 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 Sandanski?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Sandanski start at R 229. The average price for this route is around R 231. 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 Sandanski?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Sandanski is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 129 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 50m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Sandanski route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Sandanski?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Sandanski at 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 15:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Sandanski?
A bus trip from Sofia to Sandanski produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 Sandanski was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 205To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Sandanski as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 205 to R 207 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Sandanski based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 206, which is on 2025-12-16.
