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Which bus from Bucharest to Sofia is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Bucharest to Sofia. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Like Bus, Union Ivkoni or Openline. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£10
tomorrow
£10
Friday
£9
Saturday
£9
Sunday
£10
Monday
£15
Tuesday
£19

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 7h 20m 23:30 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 06:50 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Basic £10
Like Bus 8h 10m 21:40 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19
Like Bus 7h 35m 22:15 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19
Openline 8h 20m 21:40 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £19
Openline 7h 45m 22:15 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 7h 20m 23:30 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 06:50 Sofia Central Coach Station  Basic £10
Openline 8h 20m 21:40 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £19
Openline 7h 45m 22:15 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £19
Like Bus 8h 10m 21:40 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19
Like Bus 7h 35m 22:15 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 7h 20m 23:30 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 06:50 Sofia Central Coach Station  Basic £9
Like Bus 8h 10m 21:40 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19
Like Bus 7h 35m 22:15 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19
Openline 8h 20m 21:40 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £19
Openline 7h 45m 22:15 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 7h 20m 23:30 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 06:50 Sofia Central Coach Station  Basic £9
Like Bus 8h 10m 21:40 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19
Openline 8h 20m 21:40 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £19
FlixBus 6h 45m 23:45 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 06:30 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £26
Maks Trans LTD 7h 45m 10:00 Bucharest north station 17:45 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £27

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 7h 20m 23:30 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 06:50 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Basic £10
Openline 8h 20m 21:40 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £18
Openline 7h 45m 22:15 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £18
Like Bus 8h 10m 21:40 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19
Like Bus 7h 35m 22:15 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 7h 20m 23:30 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 06:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £15
Like Bus 8h 10m 21:40 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19
Like Bus 7h 35m 22:15 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19
Openline 8h 20m 21:40 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £19
Openline 7h 45m 22:15 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £19

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Like Bus 8h 10m 21:40 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19
Like Bus 7h 35m 22:15 Bucharest Piata Buzesti 05:50 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy £19
Openline 8h 20m 21:40 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £19
Openline 7h 45m 22:15 Bucharest Tineretului 06:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £19
Union Ivkoni 7h 20m 23:30 Bucharest Militari Coach Station 06:50 Sofia Central Coach Station  Basic £25
  • Did you know that if you travel from Bucharest to Sofia via Ruse, you can save more than £2? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      8h 55m
      0
      23:45
      Bucharest
      Militari Coach Station
      02:05
      Ruse
      Iztok Coach Stop
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £5
      • Waiting Time 1h 25m
    • Union Ivkoni
      5h 10m
      0
      03:30
      Ruse
      Central bus station
      08:40
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Basic
      £12
    Travel time is 1h 35m longer, but you will save £2

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Bucharest to Sofia is £9 on 21/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Bucharest 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 16 daily coaches from Bucharest to Sofia. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Bucharest and Sofia.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 78 coaches from Bucharest to Sofia, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Bucharest and Sofia, with 1 offers.

All facts for Bucharest to Sofia bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Like Bus, Union Ivkoni and Openline that travel daily 11 times by bus from Bucharest to Sofia in one click. Book your Bucharest to Sofia bus ticket starting from £9!

Cheapest Bus £9
Fastest Bus 6h 45m
Earliest Coach 21:40
Latest Coach 23:30
Daily Bus Connections 11 Ø
Distance 295.2 km
Coach Companies Like Bus, Union Ivkoni, Openline, FlixBus and Maks Trans LTD

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bucharest to Sofia?

Every day, 11 buses from 5 coach companies leave Bucharest for Sofia. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 18/03/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 16/03
Tuesday 17/03
Wednesday 18/03
£13
Thursday 19/03
£10
Friday 20/03
£19
Saturday 21/03
£14
Sunday 22/03
£10
Monday 23/03
£15
Tuesday 24/03
£19
Wednesday 25/03
£13
Thursday 26/03
£15
Friday 27/03
£10
Saturday 28/03
£9
Sunday 29/03
£9
Monday 30/03
£17
Tuesday 31/03
£10
Wednesday 01/04
£10
Thursday 02/04
£13
Friday 03/04
£13
Saturday 04/04
£10
Sunday 05/04
£10
Monday 06/04
£10
Tuesday 07/04
£10
Wednesday 08/04
£10
Thursday 09/04
£10
Friday 10/04
£10
Saturday 11/04
£10
Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Bucharest to Sofia

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Bucharest to Sofia, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £9, Saturday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bucharest to Sofia. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £10.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bucharest to Sofia, with £9. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £26.

How to save money travelling from Bucharest 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 Bucharest 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 Bucharest 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 Bucharest 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 Bucharest to Sofia?

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

Union Ivkoni from Bucharest to Sofia

Union Ivkoni

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

Cheapest Price £9
Fastest Coach 7h 20m
Earliest Coach 23:15
Last Coach 23:30
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 17/03/2026

Maks Trans LTD from Bucharest to Sofia

Maks Trans LTD

Here you will find the key facts about the Maks Trans LTD bus route Bucharest to Sofia:

Cheapest Price £27
Fastest Coach 7h 45m
Earliest Coach 10:00
Last Coach 10:00
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 08/03/2026
In total 5 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 Bucharest and Sofia

Here is a map with all coach stations in Bucharest 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 Bucharest to Sofia

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bucharest 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 Bucharest to Sofia bus

How much does a Bucharest Sofia coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bucharest Sofia bus trip is available from £9 and takes 7h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 5 companies with ticket prices ranging from £9 to £73. 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 Bucharest Sofia route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Bucharest to Sofia is offered by roughly 11 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Sofia from Bucharest take?

The quickest coach from Bucharest to Sofia is provided by FlixBus and takes 6h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £26. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bucharest to Sofia?

The earliest bus to Sofia departs from Bucharest at 21:40. 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 Bucharest to Sofia?

The latest bus to Sofia departs from Bucharest at 23:30. 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 Bucharest Sofia route?

Passengers looking to travel from Bucharest to Sofia can travel with Like Bus, Union Ivkoni and Openline. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Sofia?

You can check all the direct connections between Bucharest 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: Like Bus, Union Ivkoni and Openline.

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

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 Bucharest 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 Bucharest 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 Bucharest to Sofia on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Bucharest 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 11 daily trips between Bucharest 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 Bucharest to Sofia?

Prices and availability for 11 trips between Bucharest 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 Bucharest 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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