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Which bus from Athens to Sofia is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Athens to Sofia. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Union Ivkoni, Tourist Service Holding or Arda Tur. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£48
tomorrow
£48
Wednesday
£51
Thursday
£48
Friday
£53
Saturday
£48
Sunday
£48

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 12h 45m 08:15 Athens Bus Stop 21:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £48
Union Ivkoni 11h 30m 18:00 Athens Bus Stop 05:30 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £48
Citylines 11h 45m 19:00 Athens Bus Stop 06:45 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Tourist Service Holding 11h 30m 19:00 Athens Bus Stop 06:30 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Economy £50
Arda Tur 11h 30m 17:30 Athens Acharnon 05:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £53

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 12h 45m 08:15 Athens Bus Stop 21:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £48
Openline 11h 20m 06:30 Athens Bus Stop 17:50 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Citylines 11h 45m 19:00 Athens Bus Stop 06:45 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Tourist Service Holding 11h 30m 19:00 Athens Bus Stop 06:30 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Economy £50
Arda Tur 11h 30m 17:30 Athens Acharnon 05:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £54

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 12h 45m 08:15 Athens Bus Stop 21:00 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Economy £51
Union Ivkoni 11h 30m 18:00 Athens Bus Stop 05:30 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Economy £51
Tourist Service Holding 11h 45m 19:00 Athens Bus Stop 06:45 Sofia Central Coach Station  Basic £53

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 12h 45m 08:15 Athens Bus Stop 21:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £48
Union Ivkoni 11h 30m 18:00 Athens Bus Stop 05:30 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £48
Citylines 11h 45m 19:00 Athens Bus Stop 06:45 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Tourist Service Holding 11h 30m 19:00 Athens Bus Stop 06:30 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Economy £51
Arda Tur 11h 30m 17:30 Athens Acharnon 05:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £53

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Arda Tur 11h 30m 17:30 Athens Acharnon 05:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £53
Union Ivkoni 11h 30m 18:00 Athens Bus Stop 05:30 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £53
Tourist Service Holding 11h 45m 19:00 Athens Bus Stop 06:45 Sofia Central Coach Station  Basic £53

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 12h 15m 08:15 Athens Bus Stop 20:30 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £48
Openline 11h 20m 06:30 Athens Bus Stop 17:50 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Citylines 11h 45m 19:00 Athens Bus Stop 06:45 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Tourist Service Holding 11h 30m 19:00 Athens Bus Stop 06:30 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Economy £51
Arda Tur 11h 30m 17:30 Athens Acharnon 05:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £54

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 12h 45m 08:15 Athens Bus Stop 21:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £48
Union Ivkoni 11h 30m 18:00 Athens Bus Stop 05:30 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £48
Citylines 11h 45m 19:00 Athens Bus Stop 06:45 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Tourist Service Holding 11h 30m 19:00 Athens Bus Stop 06:30 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Economy £50
Arda Tur 11h 30m 17:30 Athens Acharnon 05:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £53

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Athens to Sofia is £42 on 22/08/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Athens and Sofia?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Athens to Sofia. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily coaches from Athens to Sofia. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Athens and Sofia.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 30 coaches from Athens to Sofia, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Athens and Sofia, with 6 offers.

All facts for Athens to Sofia bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Union Ivkoni, Tourist Service Holding and Arda Tur that travel daily 8 times by bus from Athens to Sofia in one click. Book your Athens to Sofia bus ticket starting from £42!

Cheapest Bus £42
Fastest Bus 11h 20m
Earliest Coach 08:15
Latest Coach 19:00
Daily Bus Connections 8 Ø
Distance 525.5 km
Coach Companies Union Ivkoni, Tourist Service Holding, Arda Tur, Citylines, Openline and Like Bus

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Athens to Sofia?

Every day, 8 buses from 6 coach companies leave Athens for Sofia. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 03/08/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 03/08
£53
Tuesday 04/08
£50
Wednesday 05/08
£51
Thursday 06/08
£53
Friday 07/08
£53
Saturday 08/08
£43
Sunday 09/08
£53
Monday 10/08
£51
Tuesday 11/08
£50
Wednesday 12/08
£54
Thursday 13/08
£51
Friday 14/08
£53
Saturday 15/08
£43
Sunday 16/08
£53
Monday 17/08
£53
Tuesday 18/08
£42
Wednesday 19/08
£54
Thursday 20/08
£53
Friday 21/08
£53
Saturday 22/08
£42
Sunday 23/08
£51
Monday 24/08
£53
Tuesday 25/08
£43
Wednesday 26/08
£57
Thursday 27/08
£57
Friday 28/08
£53
Saturday 29/08
£48
Sunday 30/08

The cheapest time to travel from Athens to Sofia

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Athens to Sofia, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £42, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Athens to Sofia. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £53.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Athens to Sofia, with £48. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £53.

How to save money travelling from Athens to Sofia

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Athens to Sofia in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Athens to Sofia, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Athens to Sofia are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Athens to Sofia?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Athens to Sofia timetable.

Union Ivkoni from Athens to Sofia

Union Ivkoni

Here you will find the key facts about the Union Ivkoni bus route Athens to Sofia:

Cheapest Price £48
Fastest Coach 11h 30m
Earliest Coach 08:15
Last Coach 18:00
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 02/08/2026

Tourist Service Holding from Athens to Sofia

Tourist Service Holding

Here you will find the key facts about the Tourist Service Holding bus route Athens to Sofia:

Cheapest Price £50
Fastest Coach 11h 30m
Earliest Coach 19:00
Last Coach 19:00
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 02/08/2026
In total 6 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Athens and Sofia

Here is a map with all coach stations in Athens and Sofia. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Athens to Sofia

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Athens to Sofia. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Athens to Sofia bus

How much does a Athens Sofia coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Athens Sofia bus trip is available from £42 and takes 12h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Athens to Sofia?

This connection is offered by 6 companies with ticket prices ranging from £42 to £54. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Sofia.

How many connections are available for the Athens Sofia route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Athens to Sofia is offered by roughly 8 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Sofia from Athens take?

The quickest coach from Athens to Sofia is provided by Openline and takes 11h 20m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £50. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Athens to Sofia?

The earliest bus to Sofia departs from Athens at 08:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Athens to Sofia?

The latest bus to Sofia departs from Athens at 19:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Athens Sofia route?

Passengers looking to travel from Athens to Sofia can travel with Union Ivkoni, Tourist Service Holding and Arda Tur. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Sofia?

You can check all the direct connections between Athens and Sofia by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Union Ivkoni, Tourist Service Holding and Arda Tur.

What can I take with me on the bus to Sofia from Athens?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Athens Sofia bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Athens Sofia bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Athens to Sofia on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Athens to Sofia?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 8 daily trips between Athens and Sofia. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Athens to Sofia?

Prices and availability for 8 trips between Athens and Sofia change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Athens to Sofia

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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