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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 Openline, Like Bus or FlixBus for the next days.

today
£17
tomorrow
£17
Saturday
£18
Sunday
£19
Monday
£18
Tuesday
£17
Wednesday
£16

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 Central Coach Station 05:15 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £17
Pegasus Group LTD 7h 15m 09:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:15 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £23
FlixBus 6h 35m 23:25 Sofia Central Coach Station 06:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £31
Openline 5h 50m 18:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 23:50 Bucharest Tineretului  Economy £33
Openline 6h 30m 18:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 00:30 Bucharest Tineretului  Economy £33

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 Central Coach Station 05:15 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £17
FlixBus 7h 5m 13:15 Sofia Central Coach Station 20:20 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £19
Pegasus Group LTD 7h 15m 09:00 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop 16:15 Bucharest Piata Buzesti  Economy £25
FlixBus 6h 35m 23:25 Sofia Central Coach Station 06:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £31
Openline 6h 30m 18:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 00:30 Bucharest Tineretului  Economy £33

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 7h 15m 22:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 05:15 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £18
FlixBus 7h 5m 13:15 Sofia Central Coach Station 20:20 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £18
Pegasus Group LTD 6h 55m 09:05 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:00 Bucharest Bulevardul Mircea Vodă  Economy £29
Openline 5h 50m 18:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 23:50 Bucharest Tineretului  Economy £33
Openline 6h 30m 18:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 00:30 Bucharest Tineretului  Economy £33

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 35m 23:25 Sofia Central Coach Station 06:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £19
FlixBus 7h 5m 13:15 Sofia Central Coach Station 20:20 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £20
Union Ivkoni 7h 15m 22:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 05:15 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £21
Pegasus Group LTD 7h 15m 09:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:15 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £23
Openline 6h 30m 18:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 00:30 Bucharest Tineretului  Economy £33

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 7h 15m 22:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 05:15 Bucharest Filaret  Economy £18
FlixBus 7h 5m 13:15 Sofia Central Coach Station 20:20 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £18
FlixBus 6h 35m 23:25 Sofia Central Coach Station 06:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £19
Pegasus Group LTD 7h 15m 09:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:15 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £24
Openline 5h 50m 18:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 23:50 Bucharest Tineretului  Economy £33

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 7h 15m 22:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 05:15 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £17
FlixBus 7h 5m 13:15 Sofia Central Coach Station 20:20 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £17
FlixBus 6h 35m 23:25 Sofia Central Coach Station 06:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £17
Pegasus Group LTD 7h 15m 09:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:15 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £23
Openline 5h 50m 18:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 23:50 Bucharest Tineretului  Economy £33

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 6h 35m 23:25 Sofia Central Coach Station 06:00 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £16
Union Ivkoni 7h 15m 22:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 05:15 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £17
Pegasus Group LTD 7h 15m 09:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:15 Bucharest Militari Coach Station  Economy £23
Openline 5h 50m 18:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 23:50 Bucharest Tineretului  Economy £33
Openline 6h 30m 18:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 00:30 Bucharest Tineretului  Economy £33

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sofia to Bucharest is £16 on 04/11/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Sofia and Bucharest

See here how frequent the connections between Sofia and Bucharest are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 18 daily coaches from Sofia to Bucharest. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 11 daily coaches between Sofia and Bucharest.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 76 coaches from Sofia to Bucharest, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Bucharest, with 9 offers.

Facts about coaches from Sofia to Bucharest

Compare all providers like Openline, Like Bus and FlixBus that travel 14 times every day by bus from Sofia to Bucharest in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sofia to Bucharest starting from £16!

Cheapest Bus £16
Fastest Bus 5h 50m
Earliest Coach 09:00
Latest Coach 23:25
Daily Bus Connections 14 Ø
Distance 295.2 km
Coach Companies Openline, Like Bus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni and Pegasus Group LTD

Cheapest coach connections from Sofia to Bucharest

Every day, 14 buses from 5 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 29/10/2026 and for the following days.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/10
Tuesday 27/10
Wednesday 28/10
Thursday 29/10
£23
Friday 30/10
£65
Saturday 31/10
£23
Sunday 01/11
£21
Monday 02/11
£24
Tuesday 03/11
£23
Wednesday 04/11
£17
Thursday 05/11
£17
Friday 06/11
£18
Saturday 07/11
£23
Sunday 08/11
£20
Monday 09/11
£21
Tuesday 10/11
£23
Wednesday 11/11
£23
Thursday 12/11
£24
Friday 13/11
£18
Saturday 14/11
£23
Sunday 15/11
£25
Monday 16/11
£40
Tuesday 17/11
£21
Wednesday 18/11
£24
Thursday 19/11
£21
Friday 20/11
£38
Saturday 21/11
£77
Sunday 22/11

The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Bucharest

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sofia to Bucharest, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £16, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sofia to Bucharest. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £18.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Bucharest, with £16. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £23.

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.

Pegasus Group LTD from Sofia to Bucharest

Pegasus Group LTD

Here you will find the key facts about the Pegasus Group LTD bus route Sofia to Bucharest:

Cheapest Price £23
Fastest Coach 6h 55m
Earliest Coach 09:00
Last Coach 09:00
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 27/10/2026

Union Ivkoni from Sofia to Bucharest

Union Ivkoni

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

Cheapest Price £17
Fastest Coach 7h 15m
Earliest Coach 22:00
Last Coach 22:00
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 27/10/2026

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.

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 £16 and takes 6h 35m. 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 5 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £116. 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 14 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 Openline and takes 5h 50m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £33. 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 09:00. 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 23:25. 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 Openline, Like Bus and FlixBus. 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: Openline, Like Bus and FlixBus.

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.

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

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 14 daily trips between Sofia and Bucharest. 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 Bucharest?

Prices and availability for 14 trips between Sofia and Bucharest 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 Bucharest

Economy
Economy

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

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