Bus and Coach from Sofia to Bucharest: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Sofia to Bucharest

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sofia to Bucharest from various bus operators like Union Ivkoni, FlixBus or Maks Trans LTD for the next days.

today

£21

tomorrow

£12

Sunday

£17

Monday

£11

Tuesday

£11

Wednesday

£12

Thursday

£11

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	7h 15m	22:00	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	05:15	Bucharest	Piata Buzesti		Economy	£21	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 05/12/2025 22:00:00 to Piata Buzesti, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 06/12/2025 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
	FlixBus	6h 35m	23:25	Sofia	Central Coach Station	06:00	Bucharest	Militari Coach Station		Economy	£30	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 05/12/2025 23:25:00 to Militari Coach Station, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 06/12/2025 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	7h 15m	22:00	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	05:15	Bucharest	Piata Buzesti		Economy	£12	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 06/12/2025 22:00:00 to Piata Buzesti, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 07/12/2025 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	7h 15m	22:00	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	05:15	Bucharest	Piata Buzesti		Economy	£17	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 07/12/2025 22:00:00 to Piata Buzesti, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 08/12/2025 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £17 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	8h 1m	23:59	Sofia	Central Coach Station	08:00	Bucharest	Piata Buzesti	Basic	£11	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 08/12/2025 23:59:00 to Piata Buzesti, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 09/12/2025 08:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 1m
Union Ivkoni	7h 15m	22:00	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	05:15	Bucharest	Piata Buzesti	Economy	£12	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 08/12/2025 22:00:00 to Piata Buzesti, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 09/12/2025 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
Maks Trans LTD	6h 15m	20:30	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	02:45	Bucharest	Piata Buzesti	Economy	£27	A Bus from Maks Trans LTD goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 08/12/2025 20:30:00 to Piata Buzesti, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 09/12/2025 02:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £27 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	8h 1m	23:59	Sofia	Central Coach Station	08:00	Bucharest	Piata Buzesti		Basic	£11	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 09/12/2025 23:59:00 to Piata Buzesti, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 10/12/2025 08:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 1m
	Union Ivkoni	7h 15m	22:00	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	05:15	Bucharest	Piata Buzesti		Economy	£12	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 09/12/2025 22:00:00 to Piata Buzesti, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 10/12/2025 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	7h 15m	22:00	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	05:15	Bucharest	Piata Buzesti		Economy	£12	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 10/12/2025 22:00:00 to Piata Buzesti, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 11/12/2025 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
	FlixBus	6h 35m	23:25	Sofia	Central Coach Station	06:00	Bucharest	Militari Coach Station		Economy	£15	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 10/12/2025 23:25:00 to Militari Coach Station, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 11/12/2025 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	8h 1m	23:59	Sofia	Central Coach Station	08:00	Bucharest	Piata Buzesti	Basic	£11	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 11/12/2025 23:59:00 to Piata Buzesti, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 12/12/2025 08:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 1m
Union Ivkoni	7h 15m	22:00	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	05:15	Bucharest	Piata Buzesti	Economy	£12	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 11/12/2025 22:00:00 to Piata Buzesti, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 12/12/2025 05:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 15m
FlixBus	6h 35m	23:25	Sofia	Central Coach Station	06:00	Bucharest	Militari Coach Station	Economy	£21	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 11/12/2025 23:25:00 to Militari Coach Station, Bucharest (Romania) arriving at 12/12/2025 06:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £21 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 35m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sofia to Bucharest is £9 on 26/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Sofia to Bucharest

Compare all providers like Union Ivkoni, FlixBus and Maks Trans LTD that travel 2 times every day by bus from Sofia to Bucharest in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sofia to Bucharest starting from £9!

Cheapest Bus	£9
Fastest Bus	6h 15m
Earliest Coach	22:00
Latest Coach	23:59
Daily Bus Connections	2 Ø
Distance	295.2 km
Coach Companies	Union Ivkoni, FlixBus and Maks Trans LTD

Cheapest coach connections from Sofia to Bucharest

Every day, 2 buses from 3 coach companies leave Sofia for Bucharest: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

£21

Saturday 06/12

£12

Sunday 07/12

£17

Monday 08/12

£12

Tuesday 09/12

£12

Wednesday 10/12

£12

Thursday 11/12

£12

Friday 12/12

£17

Saturday 13/12

£12

Sunday 14/12

£12

Monday 15/12

£12

Tuesday 16/12

£17

Wednesday 17/12

£11

Thursday 18/12

£12

Friday 19/12

£12

Saturday 20/12

£11

Sunday 21/12

£13

Monday 22/12

£12

Tuesday 23/12

£13

Wednesday 24/12

£12

Thursday 25/12

£12

Friday 26/12

£9

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

How to save money travelling from Sofia to Bucharest

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 Bucharest 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 Bucharest, 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 Bucharest are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Sofia to Bucharest

These are the most booked bus companies between Sofia to Bucharest from our users.

Union Ivkoni from Sofia to Bucharest

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

Cheapest Price	£11
Fastest Coach	7h 15m
Earliest Coach	22:00
Last Coach	23:59
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	03/12/2025

FlixBus from Sofia to Bucharest

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

Cheapest Price	£15
Fastest Coach	6h 35m
Earliest Coach	23:25
Last Coach	23:25
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	03/12/2025

All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Bucharest

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

Central Coach Station

Knyagina Maria Luisa Boulevard 100

Bratya Miladinovi

Bus and Coach Station Zapad Bus Stop

Serdika

Knyaginya Maria Luiza 102

Aleko Hut Hotel

Militari Coach Station

north station

Strada Gheorghe Polizu

Filaret

Strada Constantin Istrati

Gara de Nord Coach Station

Gara de Nord Gara de Nord

Dr. Constantin Istrati Coach Stop

Dr. Constantin Istrati Dr. Constantin Istrati

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sofia to Bucharest

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

FAQs about the Sofia to Bucharest bus

How much does a Sofia - Bucharest coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sofia - Bucharest bus trip is available from £9 and takes 8h 1m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Sofia to Bucharest is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £9 to £30. 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 - Bucharest route on average every day?

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

The quickest coach from Sofia to Bucharest is provided by Maks Trans LTD and takes 6h 15m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £27. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sofia to Bucharest?

The earliest bus to Bucharest departs from Sofia at 22:00. 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 Bucharest?

The latest bus to Bucharest departs from Sofia at 23:59. 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 - Bucharest route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sofia to Bucharest can travel with Union Ivkoni, FlixBus and Maks Trans LTD. 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 Bucharest?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia and Bucharest 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, FlixBus and Maks Trans LTD.

What can I take with me on the bus to Bucharest 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 Bucharest 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 Bucharest 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 Bucharest on your planned travel date.

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

Basic

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Sofia and to Bucharest

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Sofia and to Bucharest. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!