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Bus Sofia to Essen: Trip Overview

Bus Sofia to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$105
Average bus trip duration1d 11h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure1:00 AM
Distance971 miles (1566 km)
Latest bus departure10:50 PM

Sofia to Essen Buses

Busbud helps you find a bus from Sofia to Essen. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Sofia to Essen from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Essen from Sofia, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:00AM - 10:50PM
Minimum Price$72
Average Ticket Price$105
Minimum Trip Duration1d9h
Average Bus Trip Duration1d11h
Distance971 miles (1566 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Karat-S
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Sofia - Essen

The bus is the best choice to get to Essen without flying. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The travel time from Sofia to Essen is about 1d 11h, although the fastest bus will take 1d 9h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 973 miles (1569 km) that separate the two cities.

About 973 miles (1569 km) separate Sofia and Essen.

You can choose from 2 travel times and travel with FlixBus and Karat-S. The number of buses from Sofia to Essen can differ depending on the day of the week. Simplify your trip from Sofia to Essen by checking the schedules and selecting the bus that fits your travel needs and budget on Busbud.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 1:00 AM and ending at 10:50 PM.

If you're headed to Essen from Sofia, chances are that your bus will leave from Serdika and arrive at Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $72, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

The average price of a one-way ticket from Sofia to Essen is $105. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $72 to $195, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Sofia to Essen. Make sure to pack a blanket and a snack to make your trip more comfortable.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Sofia and Essen!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Sofia to Essen, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Sofia to Essen.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Sofia to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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