How far is Sofia from Bucharest by coach?

The journey from Bucharest to Sofia by coach covers an approximate distance of 184 miles (297 km).

What is the best way to go from Bucharest to Sofia without a car?

The best way to go from Bucharest to Sofia without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Bucharest to Sofia from US$16 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Bucharest to Sofia on 18 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Autogara Militari	8h	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
23:45	Militari	6h 45m	06:30	Serdika	Fastest
22:45	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 45m	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Bucharest to Sofia on 19 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Autogara Militari	8h	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
23:45	Militari	6h 45m	06:30	Serdika	Fastest
22:45	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 45m	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Bucharest to Sofia on 20 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Autogara Militari	8h	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
23:45	Militari	6h 45m	06:30	Serdika	Fastest
10:00	Bucharest Hotel Continental	7h 45m	17:45	Serdika	No tags
22:45	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 45m	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Bucharest to Sofia on 21 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Autogara Militari	8h	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
23:45	Militari	6h 45m	06:30	Serdika	Fastest
22:45	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 45m	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Bucharest to Sofia on 22 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Autogara Militari	8h	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
23:45	Militari	6h 45m	06:30	Serdika	Fastest
22:45	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 45m	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Bucharest to Sofia on 23 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Autogara Militari	8h	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
23:45	Militari	6h 45m	06:30	Serdika	Fastest
22:45	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 45m	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Bucharest to Sofia on 24 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:30	Autogara Militari	8h	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
23:45	Militari	6h 45m	06:30	Serdika	Fastest
10:00	Bucharest Hotel Continental	7h 45m	17:45	Serdika	No tags
22:45	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 45m	07:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Bus Bucharest to Sofia: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$23

Average bus trip duration8h

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure10:00

Distance188 miles

Latest bus departure23:45

Compare bus companies

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,916 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.6

WiFi0.8

FlixBus

3.5/510,553 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 10553 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at US$18

Flixbus Bucharest Sofia recent customer reviews

The driver was rude and obnoxious. The toilet was locked and he told us to shut up and sit down. He stopped at a bus station to drop a lady off so we got of to find a toilet, he shouted at us to get back on the bus, then pointed to the bushes for us to use, which we did, in front of the whole bus. At the same time he shouted at people who had lut a cigerette to get back in the bus. When he didn't eventually stop for toilets he told us to hurry up! It is not acceptable behaviour, nir is it acceptable to be on a 6.5 hour trip without a toilet. He basically robbed us of our human rights, not only the lack of facilities but also it stopped me from drinking too much as I thought I'd have to wait til the end of the journey for a toilet. This is utterly disgraceful. The driver should not be allowed on your busess!

Helen L.

8 August 2025

There was plenty of room and the bus was very clean. Unfortunately the toilet was unavailable to use and the driver was indifferent to the issue; there was only stop during a seven hour bus trip which really isn't enough.

Paol D.

1 January 2025

Maks Trans LTD

LIKEBUS

3.5/527 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

Traventuria

4/547 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.6

BG Bus Companies: FlixBus, Infobus, FlixTrain, LIKEBUS, Union Ivkoni, Openline, P-Trans

Bucharest to Sofia Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Bucharest and Sofia?

Stops in Bucharest

A - Militari

B - Bucharest Airport

C - Autogara Filaret

D - Bucarest

E - Strada Atelierului

F - Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)

Stops in Sofia

A - Serdika

B - Sofia Airport

C - Central Bus Station

D - Central Bus Station - Sofia

E - Knyaginya Maria Luiza

F - Lukoil

Frequently asked questions on the trip Bucharest - Sofia

How far is Sofia from Bucharest by coach?
The journey from Bucharest to Sofia by coach covers an approximate distance of 184 miles (297 km).
What is the best way to go from Bucharest to Sofia without a car?
The best way to go from Bucharest to Sofia without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

15/09

US$34

16/09

US$34

Today

US$28

18/09

US$28

19/09

US$35

20/09

US$22

21/09

US$28

22/09

US$22

The cheapest trip from Bucharest to Sofia was searched and found on 20 Sept 2025 with a price of US$22

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

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$67 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22, which is on 2025-09-20.

Usually FlixBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Bucharest and Sofia!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Bucharest to Sofia, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bucharest to Sofia will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Bucharest to Sofia.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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Next departures

Bus Bucharest to Sofia: Trip Overview

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Flixbus Bucharest Sofia recent customer reviews

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bucharest - Sofia

How far is Sofia from Bucharest by coach?

What is the best way to go from Bucharest to Sofia without a car?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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