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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sofia to Ankara from various bus operators like Kamil Koc for the next days.

today
£51
tomorrow
£50
Monday
Tuesday
£50
Wednesday
£50
Thursday
£51
Friday
£50

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Kamil Koc 20h 10m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 07:10 Ankara Kayaş  Economy £51
Kamil Koc 17h 40m 23:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:40 Ankara Kayaş  Economy £51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sofia to Ankara via Istanbul, you can save more than £19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Citylines
      22h 0m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Citylines
      Economy
      £21
      • Waiting Time 4h 30m
    • Luks Afsinlilar Seyahat
      8h 0m
      0
      12:30
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      20:30
      Ankara
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Luks Afsinlilar Seyahat
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 4h 20m longer, but you will save £19

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Kamil Koc 16h 45m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 03:45 Ankara Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Kamil Koc 15h 45m 23:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 14:45 Ankara Central Coach Station  Economy £50
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sofia to Ankara via Istanbul, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Citylines
      22h 0m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Citylines
      Economy
      £21
      • Waiting Time 4h 30m
    • Luks Afsinlilar Seyahat
      8h 0m
      0
      12:30
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      20:30
      Ankara
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Luks Afsinlilar Seyahat
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 6h 15m longer, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Kamil Koc 16h 45m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 03:45 Ankara Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Kamil Koc 15h 45m 23:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 14:45 Ankara Central Coach Station  Economy £50
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sofia to Ankara via Istanbul, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Citylines
      19h 0m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Citylines
      Economy
      £21
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Lider Vip Travel
      9h 0m
      0
      08:30
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      17:30
      Ankara
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Lider Vip Travel
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Kamil Koc 16h 45m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 03:45 Ankara Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Kamil Koc 15h 45m 23:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 14:45 Ankara Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Kamil Koc 20h 10m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 07:10 Ankara Kayaş  Economy £51
Kamil Koc 17h 40m 23:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:40 Ankara Kayaş  Economy £51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sofia to Ankara via Istanbul, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Citylines
      19h 0m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Citylines
      Economy
      £21
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Lider Vip Travel
      9h 0m
      0
      08:30
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      17:30
      Ankara
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Lider Vip Travel
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Kamil Koc 20h 10m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 07:10 Ankara Kayaş  Economy £51
Kamil Koc 17h 40m 23:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:40 Ankara Kayaş  Economy £51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sofia to Ankara via Istanbul, you can save more than £19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Citylines
      19h 0m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Citylines
      Economy
      £21
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Lider Vip Travel
      9h 0m
      0
      08:30
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      17:30
      Ankara
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Lider Vip Travel
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save £19

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Kamil Koc 16h 45m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 03:45 Ankara Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Kamil Koc 15h 45m 23:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 14:45 Ankara Central Coach Station  Economy £50
Kamil Koc 20h 10m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 07:10 Ankara Kayaş  Economy £51
Kamil Koc 17h 40m 23:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:40 Ankara Kayaş  Economy £51
  • Did you know that if you travel from Sofia to Ankara via Istanbul, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Citylines
      19h 0m
      0
      22:30
      Sofia
      Central Coach Station
      08:00
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      0
      Citylines
      Economy
      £21
      • Waiting Time 0h 30m
    • Lider Vip Travel
      9h 0m
      0
      08:30
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      17:30
      Ankara
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Lider Vip Travel
      Economy
      £11
    Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save £18

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sofia to Ankara is £48 on 27/07/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Sofia and Ankara

See here how frequent the connections between Sofia and Ankara are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily coaches from Sofia to Ankara. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Sofia and Ankara.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 8 coaches from Sofia to Ankara, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Ankara, with 8 offers.

Facts about coaches from Sofia to Ankara

Compare all providers like Kamil Koc that travel 2 times every day by bus from Sofia to Ankara in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sofia to Ankara starting from £48!

Cheapest Bus £48
Fastest Bus 15h 45m
Earliest Coach 11:00
Latest Coach 23:00
Daily Bus Connections 2 Ø
Distance 853.2 km
Coach Companies Kamil Koc

Cheapest coach connections from Sofia to Ankara

Every day, 2 buses from 1 coach companies leave Sofia for Ankara: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/08/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 27/07
Tuesday 28/07
Wednesday 29/07
Thursday 30/07
Friday 31/07
Saturday 01/08
£51
Sunday 02/08
£50
Monday 03/08
Tuesday 04/08
£50
Wednesday 05/08
£50
Thursday 06/08
£51
Friday 07/08
£51
Saturday 08/08
£50
Sunday 09/08
Monday 10/08
£51
Tuesday 11/08
£50
Wednesday 12/08
£50
Thursday 13/08
£50
Friday 14/08
£50
Saturday 15/08
£51
Sunday 16/08
Monday 17/08
Tuesday 18/08
Wednesday 19/08
£50
Thursday 20/08
£48
Friday 21/08
£48
Saturday 22/08
£48
Sunday 23/08

The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Ankara

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sofia to Ankara, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £48, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sofia to Ankara. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £49.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Ankara, with £50. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £50.

How to save money travelling from Sofia to Ankara

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Sofia to Ankara in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Sofia to Ankara, 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 Sofia to Ankara are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Ankara

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Sofia and Ankara.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sofia to Ankara

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Sofia to Ankara? Or which bus companies serve the route Sofia to Ankara? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Sofia to Ankara bus

How much does a Sofia - Ankara coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sofia - Ankara bus trip is available from £48 and takes 16h 45m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Sofia to Ankara is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £48 to £51. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

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

Each day, the bus route from Sofia to Ankara 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 Ankara from Sofia take?

The quickest coach from Sofia to Ankara is provided by Kamil Koc and takes 15h 45m. 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 Sofia to Ankara?

The earliest bus to Ankara departs from Sofia at 11:00. 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 Sofia to Ankara?

The latest bus to Ankara departs from Sofia at 23:00. 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 Sofia - Ankara route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sofia to Ankara can travel with Kamil Koc. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Ankara?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia and Ankara by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Kamil Koc.

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

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Sofia Ankara 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 Sofia Ankara 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 Sofia to Ankara on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Sofia to Ankara?

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 Sofia and Ankara. 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 Sofia to Ankara?

Prices and availability for 2 trips between Sofia and Ankara 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 Sofia to Ankara

Economy
Economy

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

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