How much is the bus ticket from Stuttgart to Sofia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Stuttgart to Sofia start from $85. The average price for this route is around $115. 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 Stuttgart to Sofia?

The average bus travel time from Stuttgart to Sofia is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1290 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 30m and is operated by Union Ivkoni .

Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Sofia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Infobus , Karat-S , Union Ivkoni .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Stuttgart to Sofia?

The earliest bus departs from Stuttgart to Sofia at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stuttgart to Sofia?

A bus trip from Stuttgart to Sofia generates an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Stuttgart to Sofia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 291 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Sofia?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Stuttgart to Sofia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stuttgart to Sofia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Stuttgart to Sofia from $83 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Stuttgart to Sofia on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:00am	STR Airport	1d 2h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Vaihingen Bf	1d 12h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	3:45pm	STR Airport	1d 3h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	STR Airport	1d 11h	11:10am	Serdika	No tags
Bus	11:15pm	Kirchheim (Teck)	1d 9h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Stuttgart to Sofia

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 16 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $180, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

16h 20mAverage Duration

1287 kmDistance

54kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$85 - $252	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$180 - $244	Average Duration16h 20m	CO₂ emissions 54kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Stuttgart and Sofia?

Stops in Stuttgart

A
Stuttgart Airport
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B
Hbf
Arnulf-Klett-Platz 29, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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C
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 2
Westrandstraße, 70806 Kornwestheim, Germany
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D
Wegpunkt Kornwestheim 1
Kornwestheimer Str. 99, 70439 Stuttgart, Germany
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E
Obertürkheim
Bahnhof Obertürkheim 1, 70329 Stuttgart, Germany

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 - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
D
Central Bus Station
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

3.5/512,162 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Infobus

4/5494 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.8

Karat-S

4/5291 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi1.8

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,978 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wi‑Fi0.9

Based on 1978 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at $119

Union Ivkoni Stuttgart Sofia recent customer reviews

It has been three or four years since I traveled like this and had a good trip

Silvia A.

April 11, 2023

BG bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Stuttgart to Sofia start from $85. The average price for this route is around $115. 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 Stuttgart to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Stuttgart to Sofia is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1290 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 30m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Stuttgart to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Infobus, Karat-S, Union Ivkoni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Stuttgart to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Stuttgart to Sofia at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stuttgart to Sofia?
A bus trip from Stuttgart to Sofia generates an estimated 32 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Stuttgart to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 291 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Stuttgart to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Stuttgart to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stuttgart to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

01-27

$125

01-28

$135

Today

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01-30

No data

01-31

$89

02-01

$96

02-02

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02-03

$94

The cheapest trip from Stuttgart to Sofia was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $89

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

You can expect to pay from $89 to $227 for a bus ticket from Stuttgart to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $89 which is on 2026-01-31.

Usually Karat-S, Union Ivkoni 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.