How far is Sofia from Izmir?

The distance separating Sofia and Izmir is 357 miles (575 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sofia to Izmir?

Most of the buses traveling from Sofia to Izmir leave from Serdika and arrive at İzmir Otogarı. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Izmir?

Once in Izmir, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Clock Tower - Saat Kulesi, Archaeological Museum, Ethnography Museum, Ephesus and Kadifekale.

Bus Sofia to Izmir from $51 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Sofia to Izmir on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	4:00am	Central Bus Station	45m	5:45am	İzmir Otogarı	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Serdika	14h 15m	4:45am	İzmir Otogarı	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Central Bus Station	15h 15m	5:45am	İzmir Otogarı	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Serdika	14h 15m	4:45am	İzmir Otogarı	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Central Bus Station	15h 15m	5:45am	İzmir Otogarı	No tags

Get from Sofia to Izmir

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

14h 15mAverage Duration

359 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Izmir?

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

Stops in Izmir

A
İzmir Otogarı
İzmir Otogarı, Karacaoğlan, Kemal Paşa Cad. No:1 D:158, 35070 Bornova/İzmir
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B
Adnan Menderes Havaalanı (Gaziemir, İzmir)
Dokuz Eylül Mh., Adnan Menderes Havaalanı, 35410 Gaziemir/İzmir, Turkey

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FlixBus

3.5/511,443 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.

Arda Tur

3/5257 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

VIP Arda Tur

3/5130 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.6

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sofia to Izmir by bus

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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The cheapest trip from Sofia to Izmir was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $52

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

You can expect to pay from $52 to $52 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Izmir based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2025-11-27.