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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Avtobusna Postaja | Serdika | Cheapest | ||||
M&M TRAVEL | Bus | Bus station, Trg Osvobodilne Fronte 4, Ljubljana | Serdika | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Avtobusna Postaja | Serdika | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Avtobusna Postaja | Serdika | No tags | ||||
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Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:10 PM CET.
Get from Ljubljana to Sofia
The journey takes about 15 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ljubljana and Sofia?
Stops in Ljubljana
- AAvtobusna Postaja, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
- B
Ljubljana
6 Pražakova ulica, 1000 Center, Slovenia
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 traveling from Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ljubljana to Sofia start from $43. The average price for this route is around $68. 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 Ljubljana to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Ljubljana to Sofia is 15h 10m, covering a distance of 492 miles (793 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Ljubljana to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ljubljana to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Ljubljana to Sofia at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ljubljana to Sofia?
A bus trip from Ljubljana to Sofia generates an estimated 20 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 Ljubljana 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 11828 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ljubljana 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 has the most timely service from Ljubljana to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ljubljana 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.
The cheapest trip from Ljubljana to Sofia was searched and found on Jan 9, 2026 with a price of $39To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ljubljana to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $39 to $102 for a bus ticket from Ljubljana to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2026-01-12.
