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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 | Serdika | AS Mlynské nivy | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Serdika | Autobusová stanica | No tags |
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Get from Sofia to Bratislava
The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Bratislava?
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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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
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Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Bratislava
- A
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - CMlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
- DNábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
- E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia - FPáričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sofia to Bratislava 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 Sofia to Bratislava?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Bratislava start from $40. The average price for this route is around $61. 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 Sofia to Bratislava?
The average bus trip duration from Sofia to Bratislava is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 480 miles (774 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 40m and is operated by Racic Eurobus.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Bratislava route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Racic Eurobus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Bratislava?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Bratislava at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Bratislava?
A bus trip from Sofia to Bratislava generates an estimated 19 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 Sofia to Bratislava?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Racic Eurobus, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 18 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Bratislava?
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 Sofia to Bratislava?
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 Sofia to Bratislava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Racic Eurobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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 Sofia to Bratislava was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Bratislava, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $110 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Bratislava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-12-10.
