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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bologna Autostazione | Serdika | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 1:30 PM CEST.
Get from Bologna to Sofia
The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bologna and Sofia?
Stops in Bologna
- A
Bologna
- BPiazza XX Settembre, 6, 40126 Bologna, Italy
- C
Stazione Centrale
Viale Pietro Pietramellara, 63, 40121 Bologna, Italy - D
A14 Autostrada Adriatica
A14 - Autostrada Adriatica, 40069 Zola Predosa BO, Italy - E
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21
Via Francesco Petrarca, 21, 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO, Italy - F
Area di Servizio Cantagallo
km. 198, Autostrada del Sole, , 40033 Casalecchio di Reno BO,, Italy
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- Cbulevard "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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bologna to Sofia 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 Bologna to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bologna to Sofia start from $101. The average price for this route is around $152. 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 Bologna to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Bologna to Sofia is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 984 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 21h and is operated by M&M TRAVEL.
Which bus companies service the Bologna to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, M&M TRAVEL.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bologna to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Bologna to Sofia at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bologna to Sofia?
A bus trip from Bologna to Sofia generates an estimated 24.59135 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bologna to Sofia?
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 12448 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bologna to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bologna to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bologna to Sofia?
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.
The cheapest trip from Bologna to Sofia was searched and found on Apr 20, 2026 with a price of $99To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bologna to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $99 to $274 for a bus ticket from Bologna to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $99 which is on 2026-04-20.
