How far is Sofia from Zagreb?

The distance between the two cities is 422 miles (681 km).

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

Most of the buses traveling from Sofia to Zagreb leave from Serdika and arrive at Autobusni kolodvor. These are the primary 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 Zagreb?

Once in Zagreb, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Cathedral, Zagreb Zoo, Secret Zagreb Walks, Mount Medvednica and Museum of Contemporary Art.

Bus Sofia to Zagreb from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Sofia to Zagreb on November 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00am	Serdika	13h 30m	9:30pm	Autobusni kolodvor	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Serdika	12h 30m	8:30pm	Autobusni kolodvor	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Sofia Central Bus Station	12h	8:00pm	Autobusni kolodvor	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Serdika	12h	8:00pm	Autobusni kolodvor	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Serdika	12h 40m	10:30am	Autobusni kolodvor	No tags

Get from Sofia to Zagreb

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

12h 40mAverage Duration

420 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Zagreb?

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
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria

Stops in Zagreb

A
Autobusni kolodvor
Avenija Marina Držića 4, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
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B
Glavni kolodor
Glavni kolodvor, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
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C
Zagreb
Kaptol ul. 3, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
D
Zagreb Airport
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Compare bus companies

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

FlixBus

3.5/511,400 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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sofia to Zagreb by bus

How far is Sofia from Zagreb?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sofia to Zagreb?
What are the best sights and things to do in Zagreb?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/20

$39

11/21

$30

Today

$37

11/23

$38

11/24

$37

11/25

$37

11/26

No data

11/27

$30

The cheapest trip from Sofia to Zagreb was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $30

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

You can expect to pay from $30 to $51 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Zagreb based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2025-11-27.