How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia start from $76. The average price for this route is around $125. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

The average bus trip duration from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 863 miles (1391 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 30m and is operated by Racic Eurobus .

Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Sofia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Racic Eurobus , Infobus , Karat-S , Union Ivkoni .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia generates an estimated 35 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 282 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Karat-S , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?

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

Bus Frankfurt am Main to Sofia from $83 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Sofia on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	11:30pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 9h	9:35am	Serdika	CheapestFastest
	Bus	11:59pm	Frankfurt Hbf	1d 10h	11:10am	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Sofia on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:30pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 9h	9:35am	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Frankfurt central	1d	6:00pm	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	1:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 7h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d	6:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	1:15am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 8h	11:10am	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Sofia on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:05pm	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 9h	9:35am	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	Hbf	1d 1h	8:00pm	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	1:05am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 7h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags
Bus	3:15pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	1d 4h	9:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	1:15am	FRA Frankfurt airport	1d 8h	11:10am	Serdika	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:53 PM CET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 18 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

18h 10mAverage Duration

862 milesDistance

58kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$76 - $257	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$95 - $199	Average Duration18h 10m	CO₂ emissions 58kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Frankfurt am Main and Sofia?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A
Hbf
Am Hauptbahnhof 8, 60329 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
B
Frankfurt Airport
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C
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Visit page
D
Frankfurt Onibus
Stephanstraße 10, 60547 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
E
Braubachstraße 41
Braubachstraße 41, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
F
Flughafen Hahn Airport (HHN)
Flugplatz Hahn 850, 55483 Lautzenhausen, Germany

Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
Visit page
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
Visit page
F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 reviews

Staff4.2

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.

Racic Eurobus

3.5/518 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.7

Infobus

4/5490 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

Karat-S

4/5282 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,948 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia start from $76. The average price for this route is around $125. 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 863 miles (1391 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 30m and is operated by Racic Eurobus.
Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Racic Eurobus, Infobus, Karat-S, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia at 12:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia generates an estimated 35 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 Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 282 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

11/27

$118

11/28

$97

Today

$99

11/30

$101

12/01

$87

12/02

No data

12/03

No data

12/04

$83

The cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $83

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

You can expect to pay from $83 to $181 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $83 which is on 2025-12-04.

Usually Karat-S 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.