How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Cologne start at R 1 557. The average price for this route is around R 2 244. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Sofia to Cologne?

The average bus journey time from Sofia to Cologne is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1527 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Union Ivkoni .

Which bus companies service the Sofia to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Union Ivkoni .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Cologne at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Cologne?

A bus trip from Sofia to Cologne produces an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Sofia to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sofia to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Sofia to Cologne from R 1 939 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Sofia to Cologne on 28 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:50	Serdika	1d 8h	06:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:50	Serdika	1d 15h	12:56	Hbf	No tags
	22:50	Serdika	1d 14h	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Sofia to Cologne on 29 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:50	Serdika	1d 14h	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Cheapest
	22:50	Serdika	1d 8h	06:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:50	Serdika	1d 15h	12:56	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Sofia to Cologne on 30 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:50	Serdika	1d 15h	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
	22:50	Serdika	1d 8h	05:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	22:50	Serdika	1d 14h	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Sofia to Cologne on 31 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:50	Serdika	1d 15h	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
	22:50	Serdika	1d 8h	06:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	22:50	Serdika	1d 14h	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Sofia to Cologne on 1 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:50	Serdika	1d 14h	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Cheapest
	22:50	Serdika	1d 8h	05:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:50	Serdika	1d 15h	13:41	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Sofia to Cologne on 2 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	08:00	Serdika	1d 7h	14:00	Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport	CheapestFastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:45	Serdika	1d 12h	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	01:45	Serdika	1d 10h	10:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:50	Serdika	1d 15h	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	01:45	Serdika	1d 11h	12:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Sofia to Cologne on 3 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:50	Serdika	1d 14h	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Cheapest
	22:50	Serdika	1d 8h	05:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	01:45	Serdika	1d 16h	17:43	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:50	Serdika	1d 15h	13:41	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:30 PM EET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Sofia to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 20 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 099, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

20h 10mAverage duration

1541 kmDistance

65kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 557 - R 4 771	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 2 099 - R 2 099	Average duration20h 10m	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Cologne?

Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
Visit page
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
E
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
Visit page
F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 764 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 959 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Cologne by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Cologne start at R 1 557. The average price for this route is around R 2 244. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sofia to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Cologne is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1527 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Cologne at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Cologne?
A bus trip from Sofia to Cologne produces an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Sofia to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sofia to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

25/12

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26/12

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Today

R 2 123

28/12

R 3 443

29/12

R 2 783

30/12

R 2 258

31/12

R 2 185

The cheapest trip from Sofia to Cologne was searched and found on 27 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 123

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 123 to R 3 608 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 185, which is on 2025-12-31.