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Which bus from Salzburg to Sofia is the best?

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

today
£57
tomorrow
£64
Saturday
£100
Sunday
£92
Monday
£64
Tuesday
£86
Wednesday
£62

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 19h 25m 23:35 Salzburg P+R South 20:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £57
FlixBus 19h 20m 13:15 Salzburg P+R South 09:35 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £76

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 18h 30m 19:00 Salzburg Lastenstrasse 14:30 Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Economy £64
Karat-S 22h 30m 12:00 Salzburg P+R South 11:30 Sofia Serdika  Basic £86
FlixBus 19h 20m 13:15 Salzburg P+R South 09:35 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £92
FlixBus 19h 25m 23:35 Salzburg P+R South 20:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £120
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salzburg to Sofia via Zagreb, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      25h 20m
      0
      20:40
      Salzburg
      P+R South
      03:00
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £32
      • Waiting Time 6h 45m
    • Union Ivkoni
      12h 15m
      0
      09:45
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      23:00
      Sofia
      Bratya Miladinovi
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Economy
      £26
    Travel time is 5h 50m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 19h 25m 23:35 Salzburg P+R South 20:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £100
FlixBus 19h 20m 13:15 Salzburg P+R South 09:35 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £120
FlixBus 25h 10m 21:35 Salzburg P+R South 23:45 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £137
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salzburg to Sofia via Zagreb, you can save more than £43? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      25h 20m
      0
      20:40
      Salzburg
      P+R South
      03:00
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £32
      • Waiting Time 6h 45m
    • Union Ivkoni
      12h 15m
      0
      09:45
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      23:00
      Sofia
      Bratya Miladinovi
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Economy
      £26
    Travel time is 5h 0m longer, but you will save £43

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 25h 10m 21:35 Salzburg P+R South 23:45 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £92
FlixBus 19h 25m 23:35 Salzburg P+R South 20:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £104
FlixBus 19h 20m 13:15 Salzburg P+R South 09:35 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £110
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salzburg to Sofia via Zagreb, you can save more than £35? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      25h 20m
      0
      20:40
      Salzburg
      P+R South
      03:00
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £32
      • Waiting Time 6h 45m
    • Union Ivkoni
      12h 15m
      0
      09:45
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      23:00
      Sofia
      Bratya Miladinovi
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Economy
      £26
    Travel time is 5h 0m longer, but you will save £35

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 19h 25m 23:35 Salzburg P+R South 20:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £64
Karat-S 22h 30m 12:00 Salzburg P+R South 11:30 Sofia Serdika  Basic £86
FlixBus 25h 10m 21:35 Salzburg P+R South 23:45 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £87
FlixBus 19h 20m 13:15 Salzburg P+R South 09:35 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £92
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salzburg to Sofia via Zagreb, you can save more than £7? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      25h 20m
      0
      20:40
      Salzburg
      P+R South
      03:00
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £32
      • Waiting Time 6h 45m
    • Union Ivkoni
      12h 15m
      0
      09:45
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      23:00
      Sofia
      Bratya Miladinovi
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Economy
      £26
    Travel time is 5h 0m longer, but you will save £7

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Karat-S 22h 30m 12:00 Salzburg P+R South 11:30 Sofia Serdika  Basic £86
  • Did you know that if you travel from Salzburg to Sofia via Zagreb, you can save more than £29? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      25h 20m
      0
      20:40
      Salzburg
      P+R South
      03:00
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      £32
      • Waiting Time 6h 45m
    • Union Ivkoni
      12h 15m
      0
      09:45
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      23:00
      Sofia
      Bratya Miladinovi
      0
      Union Ivkoni
      Economy
      £26
    Travel time is 1h 50m longer, but you will save £29

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 19h 25m 23:35 Salzburg P+R South 20:00 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £62
FlixBus 19h 20m 13:15 Salzburg P+R South 09:35 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £70
FlixBus 25h 10m 21:35 Salzburg P+R South 23:45 Sofia Central Coach Station  Economy £89

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Salzburg to Sofia is £51 on 28/07/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


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

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Salzburg 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.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Salzburg to Sofia. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Salzburg and Sofia.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 11 coaches from Salzburg to Sofia, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Salzburg and Sofia, with 9 offers.

All facts for Salzburg to Sofia bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like FlixBus, Karat-S and Union Ivkoni that travel daily 2 times by bus from Salzburg to Sofia in one click. Book your Salzburg to Sofia bus ticket starting from £51!

Cheapest Bus £51
Fastest Bus 19h 30m
Earliest Coach 13:15
Latest Coach 23:35
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 983.0 km
Coach Companies FlixBus, Karat-S and Union Ivkoni

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Salzburg to Sofia?

Every day, 2 buses from 3 coach companies leave Salzburg for Sofia. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 30/07/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 27/07
Tuesday 28/07
Wednesday 29/07
Thursday 30/07
£57
Friday 31/07
£92
Saturday 01/08
£100
Sunday 02/08
£92
Monday 03/08
£64
Tuesday 04/08
£86
Wednesday 05/08
£62
Thursday 06/08
£55
Friday 07/08
£66
Saturday 08/08
£66
Sunday 09/08
£53
Monday 10/08
£55
Tuesday 11/08
£51
Wednesday 12/08
£51
Thursday 13/08
£53
Friday 14/08
£58
Saturday 15/08
£64
Sunday 16/08
£57
Monday 17/08
£51
Tuesday 18/08
£55
Wednesday 19/08
£53
Thursday 20/08
Friday 21/08
£86
Saturday 22/08
£86
Sunday 23/08

The cheapest time to travel from Salzburg to Sofia

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Salzburg to Sofia, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £51, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Salzburg to Sofia. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £64.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Salzburg to Sofia, with £57. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £70.

How to save money travelling from Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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.

All bus stations and stops in Salzburg and Sofia

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

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

How much does a Salzburg Sofia coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Salzburg Sofia bus trip is available from £51 and takes 20h 25m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £51 to £137. 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 Salzburg Sofia route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Salzburg to Sofia is offered by roughly 2 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Sofia from Salzburg take?

The quickest coach from Salzburg to Sofia is provided by Union Ivkoni and takes 19h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £64. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Salzburg to Sofia?

The earliest bus to Sofia departs from Salzburg at 13:15. 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 Salzburg to Sofia?

The latest bus to Sofia departs from Salzburg at 23:35. 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 Salzburg Sofia route?

Passengers looking to travel from Salzburg to Sofia can travel with FlixBus, Karat-S and Union Ivkoni. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Salzburg and Sofia?

You can check all the direct connections between Salzburg 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: FlixBus, Karat-S and Union Ivkoni.

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

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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Sofia on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Salzburg 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 2 daily trips between Salzburg 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 Salzburg to Sofia?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Salzburg 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 Salzburg 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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