Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Basel SBB | Serdika | Cheapest | |||||
| Basel SBB | Serdika | Fastest | |||||
| Basel SBB | Serdika | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Basel Bad Station | Serdika | No tags | |||||
| EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg (BSL) | Serdika | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:08 PM CEST.
Get from Basel to Sofia
The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 784, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Basel and Sofia
Stops in Basel
- A
Basel Central Station
Meret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland - B
Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - C
Arrêt d'autobus Basel
Allschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station
bulevard "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 Basel to Sofia 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 Basel to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Basel to Sofia start at R 1 784. The average price for this route is around R 2 831. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Basel to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Basel to Sofia is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1345 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Basel to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Basel to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Basel to Sofia at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Sofia?
A bus trip from Basel to Sofia produces an estimated 33.621375 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 Basel 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 13066 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Sofia?
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 Basel 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 Basel 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 Basel to Sofia was searched and found on 27 Jul 2026 with a price of R 2 242To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 242 to R 3 626 for a bus ticket from Basel to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 242, which is on 2026-07-27.
