Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Gare routière de Gerland | Serdika | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Gare routière de Gerland | Serdika | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Aéroport LYS | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Gare routière de Gerland | Serdika | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:10 PM CEST.
Get from Lyon to Sofia
The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 168,443, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Sofia?
Stops in Lyon
- B
Perrache
Rue de Esplanade, 69002 Lyon, France - C
Lyon
8 Rue de la Paix, 69700 Givors, France - D
Quai de Saoune
4 Cours de Verdun Rambaud, 69002 Lyon, France - E
Villeurbanne INSA
20 Avenue Albert Einstein, 69100 Villeurbanne, France - F
Les Charrières
Les Charrières, 69570 Dardilly, France
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 traveling from Lyon 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 Lyon to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lyon to Sofia start from ARS 168,443. The average price for this route is around ARS 251,140. 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 Lyon to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Lyon to Sofia is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 931 miles (1502 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Lyon 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 Lyon to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Lyon to Sofia at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lyon to Sofia?
A bus trip from Lyon to Sofia generates an estimated 37.535675 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lyon 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 12947 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lyon 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 has the most timely service from Lyon to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Lyon to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler 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 Lyon to Sofia was searched and found on Jul 17, 2026 with a price of ARS 265,001To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from ARS 265,001 to ARS 489,729 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 265,001 which is on 2026-07-17.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Sofia?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
