Bus from Dresden to Sofia: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Dresden to Sofia on 11 April
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
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Union IvkoniBus
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FlixBusBus
Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße)
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Arda TurBus
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Racic EurobusBus
Dresden Bayrische Strasse
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Get from Dresden to Sofia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 375, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 3hAverage duration
1177 kmDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Sofia?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Sofia start at R 1 375. The average price for this route is around R 2 001. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Dresden to Sofia?

    The average bus journey time from Dresden to Sofia is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1177 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h and is operated by Racic Eurobus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Dresden to Sofia route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Racic Eurobus, Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni, Karat-S, Radina VIP, Infobus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Dresden to Sofia?

    The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Sofia at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Sofia?

    A bus trip from Dresden to Sofia produces an estimated 29.414450000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Dresden to Sofia?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 293 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Sofia?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Dresden to Sofia?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dresden to Sofia?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Radina VIP, 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
09/04
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10/04
R 1 837
Today
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12/04
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13/04
R 1 394
14/04
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15/04
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16/04
R 1 437
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Dresden to Sofia was searched and found on 13 Apr 2026 with a price of R 1 394

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 394 to R 2 831 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 394, which is on 2026-04-13.

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.

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