How much is the bus ticket from Bucharest to Sofia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Sofia start from $15. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bucharest to Sofia?

The average bus trip duration from Bucharest to Sofia is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 188 miles (303 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Sofia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni , FlixBus , Maks Trans LTD , LIKEBUS , Traventuria .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bucharest to Sofia?

The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Sofia at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Sofia?

A bus trip from Bucharest to Sofia generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bucharest to Sofia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Traventuria , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Sofia?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company LIKEBUS has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bucharest to Sofia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Traventuria , with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bucharest to Sofia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Traventuria , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bucharest to Sofia from $14 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bucharest to Sofia on January 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Autogara Militari	7h 20m	6:50am	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	11:45pm	Militari	6h 45m	6:30am	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	10:45pm	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 5m	6:50am	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Bucharest to Sofia on January 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Autogara Militari	7h 20m	6:50am	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	11:45pm	Militari	6h 45m	6:30am	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	10:00am	Bucharest Hotel Continental	7h 45m	5:45pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Autogara Militari	2d 19h	7:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	10:45pm	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 5m	6:50am	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Bucharest to Sofia on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:30pm	Autogara Militari	7h 20m	6:50am	Serdika	CheapestFastest
	Bus	10:45pm	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 5m	6:50am	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Bucharest to Sofia on January 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Autogara Militari	7h 20m	6:50am	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	11:45pm	Militari	6h 45m	6:30am	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	10:45pm	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 5m	6:50am	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Bucharest to Sofia on January 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Autogara Militari	7h 20m	6:50am	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	11:45pm	Militari	6h 45m	6:30am	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	10:45pm	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 5m	6:50am	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Bucharest to Sofia on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Autogara Militari	7h 20m	6:50am	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	11:45pm	Militari	6h 45m	6:30am	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	11:15pm	Autogara Militari	2d 18h	6:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	10:45pm	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	2d 19h	6:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	10:45pm	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 5m	6:50am	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Bucharest to Sofia on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Autogara Militari	7h 20m	6:50am	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	11:45pm	Militari	6h 45m	6:30am	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	10:45pm	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 5m	6:50am	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Bucharest to Sofia on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	Autogara Militari	7h 20m	6:50am	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	11:45pm	Militari	6h 45m	6:30am	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	11:15pm	Autogara Militari	2d 18h	6:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	10:45pm	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 5m	6:50am	Serdika	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:25 PM EET.

Get from Bucharest to Sofia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

7h 20mAverage Duration

188 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bucharest and Sofia?

Stops in Bucharest

A
Militari
Strada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
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B
Bucharest Airport
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C
Autogara Filaret
Autogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
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D
Rahova
Șoseaua Alexandriei 164, București, Romania
E
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya
F
Piata Natiunile Unite
Calea Victoriei nr. 2, București 030167, Romania

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
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
E
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria

Compare bus companies

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,969 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

FlixBus

3.5/511,856 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Flixbus Bucharest Sofia recent customer reviews

The driver was rude and obnoxious. The toilet was locked and he told us to shut up and sit down. He stopped at a bus station to drop a lady off so we got of to find a toilet, he shouted at us to get back on the bus, then pointed to the bushes for us to use, which we did, in front of the whole bus. At the same time he shouted at people who had lut a cigerette to get back in the bus. When he didn't eventually stop for toilets he told us to hurry up! It is not acceptable behaviour, nir is it acceptable to be on a 6.5 hour trip without a toilet. He basically robbed us of our human rights, not only the lack of facilities but also it stopped me from drinking too much as I thought I'd have to wait til the end of the journey for a toilet. This is utterly disgraceful. The driver should not be allowed on your busess!

Helen L.

August 8, 2025

There was plenty of room and the bus was very clean. Unfortunately the toilet was unavailable to use and the driver was indifferent to the issue; there was only stop during a seven hour bus trip which really isn't enough.

Paol D.

January 1, 2025

Maks Trans LTD

LIKEBUS

3.5/527 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Traventuria

4/550 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.4

BG bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bucharest to Sofia by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bucharest to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Sofia start from $15. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bucharest to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Bucharest to Sofia is 7h 20m, covering a distance of 188 miles (303 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, FlixBus, Maks Trans LTD, LIKEBUS, Traventuria.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bucharest to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Sofia at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Sofia?
A bus trip from Bucharest to Sofia generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bucharest to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Traventuria, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company LIKEBUS has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bucharest to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Traventuria, with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bucharest to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Traventuria, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Bucharest to Sofia was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $14

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

You can expect to pay from $14 to $134 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Sofia based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2026-01-07.

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.