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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Stara Zagora Avtobusna Zupynka | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | No tags |
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Get from Sofia to Stara Zagora
The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Stara Zagora?
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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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
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Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Stara Zagora
- A
Stara Zagora Avtobusna Zupynka
bul. Slavjanski 64, 6002 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria - B
General Gurko
ul. "General Gurko" 46, 6000 Stara Zagora Centre, Stara Zagora, Bulgaria - Cbul. Slavjanski 45, 6002 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sofia to Stara Zagora
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 Stara Zagora?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sofia to Stara Zagora start from £13. The average price for this route is around £15. 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 Stara Zagora?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Stara Zagora is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 119 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 5m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Stara Zagora route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, Doris, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Stara Zagora?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Stara Zagora at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Stara Zagora?
A bus journey from Sofia to Stara Zagora produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Sofia to Stara Zagora?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Doris, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Stara Zagora?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Doris has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sofia to Stara Zagora?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Doris, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Stara Zagora?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Doris, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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 Stara Zagora was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of £12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Stara Zagora as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £12 to £14 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Stara Zagora based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £12, which is on 2025-12-29.
Usually Infobus 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.
