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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 | Serdika | İzmir Otogarı | CheapestFastest | ||||
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| Bus | Serdika | Izmir otogar tesis, Izmir | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Izmir otogar tesis, Izmir | No tags |
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Get from Sofia to Izmir
The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Izmir?
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
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Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Izmir
- Aİzmir Otogarı, Karacaoğlan, Kemal Paşa Cad. No:1 D:158, 35070 Bornova/İzmir
- B
Adnan Menderes Havaalanı (Gaziemir, İzmir)
Dokuz Eylül Mh., Adnan Menderes Havaalanı, 35410 Gaziemir/İzmir, Turkey
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sofia to Izmir by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Izmir?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Izmir start from $54. The average price for this route is around $67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Sofia to Izmir?
The average bus trip duration from Sofia to Izmir is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 359 miles (579 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 15m and is operated by Arda Tur.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Izmir route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Arda Tur, VIP Arda Tur.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Izmir?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Izmir at 11:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Izmir?
A bus trip from Sofia to Izmir generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sofia to Izmir?
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 Izmir?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Sofia to Izmir?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Izmir?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Arda Tur, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 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 Izmir was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $51To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Izmir, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $51 to $68 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Izmir based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $51 which is on 2025-12-29.
Usually FlixBus 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.
