What is the travel distance from Sofia to Ljubljana?

The distance between the two cities is 493 miles (795 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Sofia to Ljubljana start their journey at Serdika and wind up at Avtobusna Postaja. These are the main 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 Ljubljana?

Once in Ljubljana, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Prešeren Square, Plečnik’s Ljubljana, The National Museum of Slovenia, The City Museum of Ljubljana and The National Gallery of Slovenia.

Bus Sofia to Ljubljana from $33 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Sofia to Ljubljana on November 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Serdika	15h	11:00pm	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags
Bus	1:45am	Serdika	1d 1h	1:45am	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Sofia Central Bus Station	14h 30m	10:30pm	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Serdika	14h 30m	10:30pm	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Serdika	15h 30m	1:20pm	Avtobusna Postaja	No tags

Get from Sofia to Ljubljana

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 15 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

15h 30mAverage Duration

492 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Ljubljana?

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 Ljubljana

A
Avtobusna Postaja
Avtobusna Postaja, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
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B
Ljubljana
6 Pražakova ulica, 1000 Center, Slovenia

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FlixBus

3.5/511,440 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sofia to Ljubljana by bus

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The cheapest trip from Sofia to Ljubljana was searched and found on Nov 25, 2025 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $40 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Ljubljana based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-11-27.