Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Venice Mestre Train Station | Serdika | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 1:40 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Venice to Sofia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 344, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average priceR 778 - R 2 785 | Average duration20h 45m | 23kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average priceR 1 344 - R 1 940 | Average duration12h 10m | 39kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Venice and Sofia?
Stops in Venice
- A
Venice Tronchetto Train Station
Isola Nova del Tronchetto, 38, 30135 Venezia, Italy - B
Viale Stazione - Venezia Mestre
Viale Stazione 6, 30171 Venezia, Italy - CViale Stazione 36, 30171 Mestre - Venice
- D
Venice Airport
- E
Mestre Tangenziale
Rotonda Romea, 1, 30175 Venezia VE, Italy - F
fermata dell'autobus Venezia
Via de le Motte, 25, 30141 Venezia, Italy
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Venice to Sofia by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Venice to Sofia cost?
The bus ticket price from Venice to Sofia starts at R 778. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Venice 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 Venice to Sofia?
The average travel time between Venice and Sofia is around 20h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 18h. This is the time it takes to travel the 931 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Venice and Sofia?
The number of buses from Venice 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 Venice to Sofia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Venice to Sofia?
When taking the bus from Venice to Sofia, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Venice to Sofia?
Buses travelling between Venice and Sofia leave from Venice Tronchetto Train Station or Viale Stazione - Venezia Mestre and arrive at Serdika, Sofia Airport, bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Venice to Sofia was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of R 808To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Venice to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 808 to R 1 376 for a bus ticket from Venice to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 812, which is on 2025-12-01.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Venice to Sofia?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination