Bus and Coach from Sofia to Manchester: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Sofia to Manchester

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

today

tomorrow

£134

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

£102

Tuesday

Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	53h 10m	22:50	Sofia	Central Coach Station	02:00	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	Economy	£134	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 01/05/2026 22:50:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/05/2026 02:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £134 per person are available. Travel duration is 53h 10m
FlixBus	57h 0m	22:50	Sofia	Central Coach Station	05:50	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	Economy	£137	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 01/05/2026 22:50:00 to Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/05/2026 05:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £137 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 0m
FlixBus	59h 50m	01:45	Sofia	Central Coach Station	11:35	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	Economy	£147	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 01/05/2026 01:45:00 to Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 03/05/2026 11:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £147 per person are available. Travel duration is 59h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	59h 50m	01:45	Sofia	Central Coach Station	11:35	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	Economy	£102	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 04/05/2026 01:45:00 to Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/05/2026 11:35:00. 50 Economy ticket for £102 per person are available. Travel duration is 59h 50m
FlixBus	57h 0m	22:50	Sofia	Central Coach Station	05:50	Manchester	Moss Lane East Station	Economy	£116	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 04/05/2026 22:50:00 to Moss Lane East Station, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/05/2026 05:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £116 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 0m
FlixBus	53h 10m	22:50	Sofia	Central Coach Station	02:00	Manchester	Shudehill Interchange	Economy	£116	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 04/05/2026 22:50:00 to Shudehill Interchange, Manchester (United Kingdom) arriving at 07/05/2026 02:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £116 per person are available. Travel duration is 53h 10m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sofia to Manchester is £101 on 18/05/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Sofia and Manchester

See here how frequent the connections between Sofia and Manchester are, during different times and days of the week.

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily coaches from Sofia to Manchester. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Sofia and Manchester.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 4 coaches from Sofia to Manchester, while Night sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Manchester, with 2 offers.

Facts about coaches from Sofia to Manchester

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Sofia to Manchester in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sofia to Manchester starting from £101!

Cheapest Bus	£101
Fastest Bus	51h 10m
Earliest Coach	01:45
Latest Coach	22:50
Daily Bus Connections	3 Ø
Distance	2,227.0 km
Coach Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest coach connections from Sofia to Manchester

Every day, 3 buses from 1 coach companies leave Sofia for Manchester: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 30/04/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 27/04

Tuesday 28/04

Wednesday 29/04

Thursday 30/04

Friday 01/05

£134

Saturday 02/05

Sunday 03/05

Monday 04/05

£102

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 06/05

Thursday 07/05

Friday 08/05

Saturday 09/05

Sunday 10/05

£129

Monday 11/05

£122

Tuesday 12/05

£128

Wednesday 13/05

£121

Thursday 14/05

£115

Friday 15/05

Saturday 16/05

£144

Sunday 17/05

£186

Monday 18/05

£101

Tuesday 19/05

Wednesday 20/05

Thursday 21/05

£153

Friday 22/05

£123

Saturday 23/05

Sunday 24/05

The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Manchester

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sofia to Manchester, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £101, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sofia to Manchester. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £123.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Manchester, with £101. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £116.

How to save money travelling from Sofia to Manchester

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 Manchester 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 Manchester, 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 Manchester are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Sofia to Manchester

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

FlixBus from Sofia to Manchester

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

Cheapest Price	£102
Fastest Coach	51h 10m
Earliest Coach	01:45
Last Coach	22:50
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	03/04/2026

All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Manchester

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

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

Coach Station

Chorlton St

Corporation St

Hanover Street 2

Moss Lane East Station

Manchester (Moss Lane East) Manchester (Moss Lane East)

Shudehill Interchange

Shudehill

Old Trafford Cricket Ground

Talbot Rd

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sofia to Manchester

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

FAQs about the Sofia to Manchester bus

How much does a Sofia - Manchester coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sofia - Manchester bus trip is available from £101 and takes 57h 50m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Sofia to Manchester is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £101 to £147. 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 - Manchester route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Sofia to Manchester is offered by roughly 3 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Manchester from Sofia take?

The quickest coach from Sofia to Manchester is provided by FlixBus and takes 51h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £134. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sofia to Manchester?

The earliest bus to Manchester departs from Sofia at 01:45. 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 Manchester?

The latest bus to Manchester departs from Sofia at 22:50. 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 - Manchester route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sofia to Manchester can travel with 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 Manchester?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia and Manchester 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.

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

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

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 3 daily trips between Sofia and Manchester. 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 Manchester?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Sofia and Manchester 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 Manchester

Economy

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

More bus routes to Sofia and to Manchester

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