Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Serdika | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | CheapestFastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Serdika | HBF | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:41 EET.
Compare 2 ways to travel from Sofia to Essen
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£99 - £113 | Average duration1d 9h | 39kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£164 - £164 | Average duration18h 50m | 66kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Essen?
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Dbulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
- E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Compare bus companies
Based on 12279 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £99
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sofia to Essen
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 Sofia to Essen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sofia to Essen start from £99. The average price for this route is around £99. 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 Sofia to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Essen is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 971 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 9h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Essen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Essen at 22:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Essen?
A bus journey from Sofia to Essen produces an estimated 39 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 Sofia to Essen was searched and found on 5 Mar 2026 with a price of £96To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Essen as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Sofia to Essen?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
