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Today20 Jun
from US$24
Tomorrow21 Jun
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Sun22 Jun
from US$25
Mon23 Jun
from US$28
Tue24 Jun
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Wed25 Jun
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Thu26 Jun
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Fri27 Jun
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Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Sofia
    Departure location: Serdika
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: Bucharest
    Destination location: Militari
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Sofia
    Departure location: Sofia Bus Station
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Bucharest
    Destination location: Train Station Piața Gării de Nord 1-3, next to Starbucks, Bucharest
    Operated by: LIKEBUSLIKEBUS
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Sofia
    Departure location: Sofia Bus Station
    Arrival time: 21 June at
    Destination city: Bucharest
    Destination location: Train Station Piața Gării de Nord 1-3, next to Starbucks, Bucharest
    Operated by: LIKEBUSLIKEBUS
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Sofia
    Departure location: Sofia Central Bus Station
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: Bucharest
    Destination location: Autogara Militari
    Operated by: Union IvkoniUnion Ivkoni
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 June at
    Departure city: Sofia
    Departure location: Sofia Bus Station
    Arrival time: 22 June at
    Destination city: Bucharest
    Destination location: Bucharest Henri Coandă Int'l Airport (OTP)
    Operated by: LIKEBUSLIKEBUS
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Sofia to Bucharest: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$23
Average bus trip duration6h 35m
Number of daily buses4.71698113207547
Earliest bus departure06:25
Distance180 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Sofia to Bucharest Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Sofia - Bucharest

  1. How far is Bucharest from Sofia by coach?

    The distance between Sofia and Bucharest by coach is approximately 184 miles (297 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Bucharest from Sofia without a car?

    The best way to go from Sofia to Bucharest without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
18/06
US$22
19/06
US$24
Today
US$21
21/06
US$20
22/06
US$21
23/06
US$24
24/06
US$21
25/06
US$22
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sofia to Bucharest was searched and found on 21 Jun 2025 with a price of US$20

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

You can expect to pay from US$20 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Bucharest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$20, which is on 2025-06-21.

Usually UIVK, Maks Trans LTD, LIKEBUS 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

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Sofia to Bucharest but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Sofia to Bucharest, get comfy and count the stars.

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Sofia to Bucharest while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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