How much does a bus ticket from Ulm to Sofia cost?

The bus ticket price from Ulm to Sofia starts at R 1 697. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ulm to Sofia 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 Ulm to Sofia?

The average travel time between Ulm and Sofia is around 23h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 21h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1216 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Ulm and Sofia?

The number of buses from Ulm to Sofia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Ulm to Sofia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Ulm to Sofia?

When taking the bus from Ulm to Sofia, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Karat-S, Union Ivkoni.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ulm to Sofia?

Buses travelling between Ulm and Sofia leave from International Bus Stop - 51 or Ulm Bushaltestelle and arrive at Serdika, Sofia Airport, Central Bus Station.

Bus Ulm to Sofia from R 1 081 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Ulm to Sofia on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:15	International Bus Stop - 51	23h 45m	18:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:35	Ulm	1d 2h	09:35	Serdika	No tags
Bus	11:15	International Bus Stop - 51	23h 45m	12:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	20:35	International Bus Stop - 51	23h 25m	21:00	Serdika	No tags
Bus	23:30	Ulm	1d 9h	09:35	Serdika	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Ulm to Sofia

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 937, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

16h 30mAverage duration

1215 kmDistance

51kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 697 - R 2 872	Average duration23h 25m	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 1 937 - R 1 937	Average duration16h 30m	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 293 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Karat-S

4/5279 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 944 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

Infobus

4/5490 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

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Where are the popular stops in Ulm and Sofia?

Stops in Ulm

A - International Bus Stop - 51

B - Ulm Bushaltestelle

C - Bushaltestelle Ulm Einsteinstraße

D - Ulm, Böfingen, Eberhard-Finckhstr. 34

Stops in Sofia

A - Serdika

B - Sofia Airport

C - Central Bus Station

D - Central Bus Station - Sofia

E - Knyaginya Maria Luiza

F - Lukoil

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Ulm to Sofia by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Ulm to Sofia cost?
The bus ticket price from Ulm to Sofia starts at R 1 697. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Ulm to Sofia 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 Ulm to Sofia?
The average travel time between Ulm and Sofia is around 23h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 21h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1216 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Ulm and Sofia?
The number of buses from Ulm to Sofia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Ulm to Sofia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Ulm to Sofia?
When taking the bus from Ulm to Sofia, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Karat-S, Union Ivkoni.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Ulm to Sofia?
Buses travelling between Ulm and Sofia leave from International Bus Stop - 51 or Ulm Bushaltestelle and arrive at Serdika, Sofia Airport, Central Bus Station.

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The cheapest trip from Ulm to Sofia was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 366

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 366 to R 1 934 for a bus ticket from Ulm to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 366, which is on 2025-11-14.