Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Smolyan | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 08:35 EEST.
Get from Sofia to Smolyan
The journey takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 225, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Sofia to Smolyan
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 Smolyan?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sofia to Smolyan start from MAD 225. The average price for this route is around MAD 226. 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 Smolyan?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Smolyan is 4h 15m, covering a distance of 105 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Grup Plus.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Smolyan route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Smolyan?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Smolyan at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 08:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Smolyan?
A bus journey from Sofia to Smolyan produces an estimated 4.213525 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 Smolyan?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 113 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Smolyan?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sofia to Smolyan?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Smolyan?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Smolyan was searched and found on 23 Jun 2026 with a price of MAD 201To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Smolyan as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from MAD 201 to MAD 203 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Smolyan based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 201, which is on 2026-06-23.
