Bus and Coach from Sofia to Sliven: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Sofia to Sliven

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sofia to Sliven from various bus operators like Union Ivkoni, Doris Ukraine or Citylines for the next days.

today

£13

tomorrow

Tuesday

£12

Wednesday

£13

Thursday

Friday

£12

Saturday

£13

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	4h 20m	10:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£13	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 22/03/2026 10:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 22/03/2026 14:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Union Ivkoni	5h 20m	11:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	16:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£13	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 22/03/2026 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 22/03/2026 16:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m
Union Ivkoni	4h 30m	13:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	17:30	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£13	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 22/03/2026 13:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 22/03/2026 17:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
Doris Ukraine	4h 26m	11:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	15:26	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£14	A Bus from Doris Ukraine goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 22/03/2026 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 22/03/2026 15:26:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 26m
Doris Ukraine	4h 19m	14:30	Sofia	Central Coach Station	18:49	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£14	A Bus from Doris Ukraine goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 22/03/2026 14:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 22/03/2026 18:49:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 19m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	5h 20m	11:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	16:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£12	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 24/03/2026 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 24/03/2026 16:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m
Union Ivkoni	4h 20m	10:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£13	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 24/03/2026 10:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 24/03/2026 14:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Union Ivkoni	4h 30m	13:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	17:30	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£13	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 24/03/2026 13:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 24/03/2026 17:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
Citylines	4h 26m	11:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	15:26	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£14	A Bus from Citylines goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 24/03/2026 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 24/03/2026 15:26:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 26m
Citylines	4h 19m	14:30	Sofia	Central Coach Station	18:49	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£14	A Bus from Citylines goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 24/03/2026 14:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 24/03/2026 18:49:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 19m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	4h 20m	20:30	Sofia	Central Coach Station	00:50	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£13	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 25/03/2026 20:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 26/03/2026 00:50:00. 50 Basic ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Union Ivkoni	4h 30m	23:30	Sofia	Central Coach Station	04:00	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£14	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 25/03/2026 23:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 26/03/2026 04:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
Citylines	4h 26m	11:00	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	15:26	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from Citylines goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 25/03/2026 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 25/03/2026 15:26:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 26m
Citylines	4h 19m	14:30	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	18:49	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from Citylines goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 25/03/2026 14:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 25/03/2026 18:49:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 19m
Citylines	4h 20m	17:00	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	21:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£20	A Bus from Citylines goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 25/03/2026 17:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 25/03/2026 21:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £20 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	5h 20m	11:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	16:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£12	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 27/03/2026 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 27/03/2026 16:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m
Union Ivkoni	4h 20m	10:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£13	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 27/03/2026 10:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 27/03/2026 14:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Union Ivkoni	4h 30m	13:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	17:30	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£13	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 27/03/2026 13:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 27/03/2026 17:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
Citylines	4h 26m	11:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	15:26	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£14	A Bus from Citylines goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 27/03/2026 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 27/03/2026 15:26:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 26m
Citylines	4h 19m	14:30	Sofia	Central Coach Station	18:49	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£14	A Bus from Citylines goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 27/03/2026 14:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 27/03/2026 18:49:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 19m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	5h 20m	11:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	16:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£13	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 28/03/2026 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 28/03/2026 16:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £13 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m
Union Ivkoni	4h 20m	10:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£14	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 28/03/2026 10:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 28/03/2026 14:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
Union Ivkoni	4h 30m	13:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	17:30	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£14	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 28/03/2026 13:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 28/03/2026 17:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
Doris Ukraine	4h 26m	11:00	Sofia	Central Coach Station	15:26	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£14	A Bus from Doris Ukraine goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 28/03/2026 11:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 28/03/2026 15:26:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 26m
Doris Ukraine	4h 19m	14:30	Sofia	Central Coach Station	18:49	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Basic	£14	A Bus from Doris Ukraine goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 28/03/2026 14:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 28/03/2026 18:49:00. 50 Basic ticket for £14 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 19m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sofia to Sliven is £12 on 27/03/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Sofia and Sliven

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

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 25 daily coaches from Sofia to Sliven. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Sofia and Sliven.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 28 coaches from Sofia to Sliven, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Sliven, with 12 offers.

Facts about coaches from Sofia to Sliven

Compare all providers like Union Ivkoni, Doris Ukraine and Citylines that travel 13 times every day by bus from Sofia to Sliven in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sofia to Sliven starting from £12!

Cheapest Bus	£12
Fastest Bus	4h 19m
Earliest Coach	10:00
Latest Coach	23:30
Daily Bus Connections	13 Ø
Distance	245.3 km
Coach Companies	Union Ivkoni, Doris Ukraine and Citylines

Cheapest coach connections from Sofia to Sliven

Every day, 13 buses from 3 coach companies leave Sofia for Sliven: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 22/03/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 16/03

Tuesday 17/03

Wednesday 18/03

Thursday 19/03

Friday 20/03

Saturday 21/03

Sunday 22/03

£13

Monday 23/03

£14

Tuesday 24/03

£13

Wednesday 25/03

£13

Thursday 26/03

£14

Friday 27/03

£13

Saturday 28/03

£14

Sunday 29/03

Monday 30/03

£20

Tuesday 31/03

£14

Wednesday 01/04

Thursday 02/04

£13

Friday 03/04

£14

Saturday 04/04

£13

Sunday 05/04

£13

Monday 06/04

£13

Tuesday 07/04

£13

Wednesday 08/04

£20

Thursday 09/04

£14

Friday 10/04

£13

Saturday 11/04

£12

Sunday 12/04

The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Sliven

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

With a price starting from £12, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sofia to Sliven. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £13.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Sliven, with £12. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £13.

How to save money travelling from Sofia to Sliven

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 Sliven 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 Sliven, 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 Sliven are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Sliven

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

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

Central Bus Station

bulevard "Hadzhi Dimitar" 39-А

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sofia to Sliven

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

FAQs about the Sofia to Sliven bus

How much does a Sofia - Sliven coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sofia - Sliven bus trip is available from £12 and takes 5h 20m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Sofia to Sliven is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £12 to £20. 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 - Sliven route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Sofia to Sliven is offered by roughly 13 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Sliven from Sofia take?

The quickest coach from Sofia to Sliven is provided by Doris Ukraine and takes 4h 19m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £14. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sofia to Sliven?

The earliest bus to Sliven departs from Sofia at 10:00. 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 Sliven?

The latest bus to Sliven departs from Sofia at 23:30. 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 - Sliven route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sofia to Sliven can travel with Union Ivkoni, Doris Ukraine and Citylines. 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 Sliven?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia and Sliven 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, Doris Ukraine and Citylines.

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

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

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

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 Sliven

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