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Next departures for Venice to Sofia on August 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Bus	9:05am	Venice Marco Polo Airport Bus Parking	23h 30m	9:35am	Serdika
Bus	11:30am	Venice Tronchetto Train Station	21h 5m	9:35am	Serdika
Bus	11:50am	Venice Mestre (Stazione FS)	20h 45m	9:35am	Serdika
Bus	3:15pm	Venice Mestre (Stazione FS)	1d 3h	8:00pm	Serdika
Bus	3:40pm	Venice Tronchetto Train Station	1d 3h	8:00pm	Serdika

Get from Venice to Sofia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 21 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just ₪200, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

21h 5mAverage Duration

580 milesDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Venice and Sofia

Stops in Venice

A
Viale Stazione - Venezia Mestre
Viale Stazione 6, 30171 Venezia, Italy
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B
Venice Tronchetto Train Station
Isola Nova del Tronchetto, 38, 30135 Venezia, Italy
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C
Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE)
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D
Mestre
Viale Stazione 36, 30171 Mestre - Venice
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E
Tronchetto Stazione
Isola Nova del Tronchetto, 500, 30135 Venezia, Italy
F
fermata dell'autobus Venezia
Via de le Motte, 25, 30141 Venezia, Italy

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,385 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

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

2.7/52,083 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.9

BG bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Venice 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 Venice to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Venice to Sofia start from ₪200. The average price for this route is around ₪392. 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 Venice to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Venice to Sofia is 21h 5m, covering a distance of 580 miles (934 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 30m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Venice to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Venice to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Venice to Sofia at 10:05am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Venice to Sofia?
A bus trip from Venice to Sofia generates an estimated 23.34805 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 Venice to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 15116 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Venice to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Venice to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Venice to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

08/25

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08/26

₪346

Today

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08/28

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08/29

₪308

08/30

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08/31

₪270

09/01

₪195

The cheapest trip from Venice to Sofia was searched and found on Sep 1, 2026 with a price of ₪195

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

You can expect to pay from ₪195 to ₪346 for a bus ticket from Venice to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ₪195 which is on 2026-09-01.