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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Manchester (Moss Lane East) | Serdika | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Shudehill | Serdika | No tags |
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Get from Manchester to Sofia
The journey takes about 2 days, 7 hours 36 minutes, and with fares starting at just £250, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Manchester and Sofia?
Stops in Manchester
- AShudehill Interchange, Stand G, Manchester M60
- B16 Chorlton St, Manchester M1 3HW, UK
- D
56 Great Bridgewater St
56 Great Bridgewater St, Manchester M1 5LE, UK - E
City of Manchester Stadium
Citylink, Manchester M40 7EP, UK - F
Manchester Coach Station
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Ebulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
- F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Based on 11767 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 £250
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Manchester to Sofia
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Manchester to Sofia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Manchester to Sofia start from £250. The average price for this route is around £250. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Manchester to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Manchester to Sofia is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 1380 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 7h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Manchester to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Manchester to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Manchester to Sofia at 12:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Manchester to Sofia?
A bus journey from Manchester to Sofia produces an estimated 56 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Manchester to Sofia was searched and found on 30 Dec 2025 with a price of £239To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Manchester to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £239 to £309 for a bus ticket from Manchester to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £239, which is on 2025-12-30.
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