Next bus departures

Next departures from Zagreb to Sofia on 16 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	20:20	Autobusni kolodvor	12h 15m	09:35	Serdika	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Zagreb to Sofia on 17 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	06:45	Autobusni kolodvor	12h 15m	20:00	Serdika	CheapestFastest
	Bus	20:20	Autobusni kolodvor	12h 15m	09:35	Serdika	No tags

Next departures from Zagreb to Sofia on 19 July
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:20	Autobusni kolodvor	12h 15m	09:35	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	06:45	Autobusni kolodvor	12h 15m	20:00	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	00:30	Zagreb Bus Station	13h	14:30	Serdika	No tags
Bus	02:30	Zagreb Bus Station	13h	16:30	Serdika	No tags

Next departures from Zagreb to Sofia on 20 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:30	Zagreb Bus Station	12h 30m	13:00	Serdika	Cheapest
	Bus	04:30	Zagreb Bus Station	12h 30m	18:00	Serdika	Fastest

Next departures from Zagreb to Sofia on 22 July
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	22:30	Zagreb Bus Station	13h	12:30	Serdika	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:12 AM CEST.

Get from Zagreb to Sofia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 34 574, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

12h 15mAverage duration

678 kmDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Zagreb and Sofia

Stops in Zagreb

A
Autobusni kolodvor
Avenija Marina Držića 4, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
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B
Zagreb
Kaptol ul. 3, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
C
Glavni kolodor
Glavni kolodvor, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
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D
Zagreb Airport (ZAG)
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Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
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C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/513 016 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Union Ivkoni

2.7/52 012 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.8

Based on 2012 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 36 716

Union Ivkoni Zagreb Sofia recent customer reviews

2.5 hrs delay without further notice. No specific information about departure place and time. Extremely aggressive, rude, angry drivers who could not speak a WORD in english, they kept on swearing me in bulgarian. Old, smelly, disgusting buses, without even belts or any safety mean provided. Never again, stay away.

Nikoletta F.

29 June 2024

The courtesy of the drivers was outstanding but the bus was delayed 5hrs, had to check its location 3 times for an accurate arrival time and did not get into the terminal for pick ups and it was raining so I had to get wet and wait for it outside :(

Daniel Obed R.

10 November 2023

Very dissappointing. Cancelled My original schedule. Had to call them to put me on an earlier bus and this bus didnt Enter the station, it came from Madrid, they didnt Enter the station. Almost loose it! If i wasnt asking 1 hour ago, they wouldnt tell me where the bus was. They didnt gave me the cordinates but 1 minute before the bus decided to leave... the bus was dirty, the bathroom wasnt on use and the seats were awful. I felt it was a waste of money for the price i payed and the service i recieved .

Giuliana P.

12 August 2022

M&M TRAVEL

BG bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet, Arriva, Union Ivkoni, Euroclub, Brioni Pula

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zagreb to Sofia 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 Zagreb to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zagreb to Sofia start at CLP 34 574. The average price for this route is around CLP 52 353. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Zagreb to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Zagreb to Sofia is 12h 15m, covering a distance of 678 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h and is operated by M&M TRAVEL.
Which bus companies service the Zagreb to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, M&M TRAVEL.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Zagreb to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Zagreb to Sofia at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zagreb to Sofia?
A bus trip from Zagreb to Sofia produces an estimated 16.927725000000002 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 Zagreb to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12947 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zagreb to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Zagreb to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Zagreb to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

14/07

CLP 51 965

15/07

CLP 64 371

Today

CLP 48 875

17/07

CLP 51 235

18/07

CLP 42 165

19/07

CLP 43 198

20/07

CLP 54 874

21/07

CLP 62 096

The cheapest trip from Zagreb to Sofia was searched and found on 18 Jul 2026 with a price of CLP 42 165

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 42 165 to CLP 87 685 for a bus ticket from Zagreb to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 42 165, which is on 2026-07-18.

Usually Union Ivkoni 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.