Next bus departures

Next departures from Bucharest to Sofia on 28 August
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	Autogara Militari	7h 20m	06:50	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	23:45	Militari	6h 45m	06:30	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	20:30	Militari	7h 30m	04:00	Serdika	No tags
Bus	21:40	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport	8h 50m	06:30	Serdika	No tags
Bus	22:45	Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal	8h 5m	06:50	Serdika	No tags
Bus	22:10	Aeroport Henri Coanda Sosiri, Bucharest Otopeni airport	7h 50m	06:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:10	Militari	7h 25m	17:35	Serdika	No tags
Bus	20:30	Militari	7h	03:30	Sofia Airport Terminal 2	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:42 AM EEST.

Get from Bucharest to Sofia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just CLP 20 165, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

7h 30mAverage duration

293 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Bucharest and Sofia

Stops in Bucharest

A
Militari
Strada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
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B
Autogara Filaret
Autogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
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C
Bucharest Airport (OTP)
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D
Bucarest
București , Romania
E
Strada Atelierului
Strada Atelierului 22, București, Romania
F
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya

Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
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C
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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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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Pegasus

4.3/5218 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi2.3

FlixBus

3.5/515 376 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 15376 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 20 165

Flixbus Bucharest Sofia recent customer reviews

The driver was rude and obnoxious. The toilet was locked and he told us to shut up and sit down. He stopped at a bus station to drop a lady off so we got of to find a toilet, he shouted at us to get back on the bus, then pointed to the bushes for us to use, which we did, in front of the whole bus. At the same time he shouted at people who had lut a cigerette to get back in the bus. When he didn't eventually stop for toilets he told us to hurry up! It is not acceptable behaviour, nir is it acceptable to be on a 6.5 hour trip without a toilet. He basically robbed us of our human rights, not only the lack of facilities but also it stopped me from drinking too much as I thought I'd have to wait til the end of the journey for a toilet. This is utterly disgraceful. The driver should not be allowed on your busess!

Helen L.

8 August 2025

There was plenty of room and the bus was very clean. Unfortunately the toilet was unavailable to use and the driver was indifferent to the issue; there was only stop during a seven hour bus trip which really isn't enough.

Paol D.

1 January 2025

Openline

2.4/521 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.0

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi5.0

Based on 21 reviews, the company was rated 2.4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the Wi-Fi and the staff but often complained about the value for money. Openline ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 42 885

Openline Bucharest Sofia recent customer reviews

I have very frustrating experience, very confusing communication and bus didn’t arrive

Roman P.

27 July 2026

Terrible, didnt show up

Alice P.

19 March 2026

Union Ivkoni

2.7/52 083 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.9

Based on 2083 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at CLP 24 888

Union Ivkoni Bucharest Sofia recent customer reviews

Bus broke down on a bridge, second bus took 2 hours to come and once it arrived we couldn’t retrieve luggage from the first bus

Finn M.

28 May 2026

LIKEBUS

3.6/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.6

Maks Trans LTD

3.3/53 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5.0

Traventuria

4.2/563 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

BG bus companies:FlixBus, LIKEBUS, Openline, Union Ivkoni, GAL Trans, Lux Bus, Denysivka-Plus

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bucharest 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 Bucharest to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Sofia start at CLP 20 165. The average price for this route is around CLP 29 743. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bucharest to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Bucharest to Sofia is 7h 30m, covering a distance of 293 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 45m and is operated by Pegasus.
Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Pegasus, FlixBus, Openline, Union Ivkoni, LIKEBUS, Maks Trans LTD, Traventuria.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bucharest to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Sofia at 09:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Sofia?
A bus trip from Bucharest to Sofia produces an estimated 7.324875 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 Bucharest to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Pegasus, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 213 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Openline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bucharest to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Pegasus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bucharest to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Maks Trans LTD, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

25/08

CLP 22 560

26/08

CLP 22 512

Today

CLP 22 522

28/08

CLP 22 522

29/08

CLP 22 522

30/08

CLP 22 522

31/08

CLP 22 522

01/09

CLP 22 522

The cheapest trip from Bucharest to Sofia was searched and found on 26 Aug 2026 with a price of CLP 22 512

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

You can expect to pay from CLP 22 512 to CLP 43 186 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CLP 22 522, which is on 2026-08-28.

Usually Maks Trans LTD, LIKEBUS 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.