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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 | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sofia Central Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1 | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sofia Avtobusna Spirka | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Sofia Avtobusna Spirka | No tags |
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Get from Stara Zagora to Sofia
The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Stara Zagora and Sofia?
Stops in Stara Zagora
- A
Stara Zagora Avtobusna Zupynka
bul. Slavjanski 64, 6002 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria - B
Blvd Slavianski
bul. Slavjanski 45, 6002 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria - C
General Gurko
ul. "General Gurko" 46, 6000 Stara Zagora Centre, Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station
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
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Stara Zagora to Sofia 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 Stara Zagora to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stara Zagora to Sofia start from PLN 69. The average price for this route is around PLN 82. 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 Stara Zagora to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Stara Zagora to Sofia is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 118 miles (191 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 13m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Stara Zagora to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, Doris, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stara Zagora to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Stara Zagora to Sofia at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stara Zagora to Sofia?
A bus trip from Stara Zagora to Sofia generates an estimated 4.754650000000001 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 Stara Zagora to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Doris, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stara Zagora to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Doris has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Stara Zagora to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Doris, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stara Zagora to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Doris, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Stara Zagora to Sofia was searched and found on Jun 26, 2026 with a price of PLN 72To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stara Zagora to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 72 to PLN 85 for a bus ticket from Stara Zagora to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 72 which is on 2026-07-02.
Usually Citylines LTD will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
