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Which bus from Sofia to Stara Zagora is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Sofia to Stara Zagora. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Union Ivkoni, Doris Ukraine or Citylines. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
£11
tomorrow
£11
Saturday
£11
Sunday
£11
Monday
£12
Tuesday
£11
Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 3h 15m 10:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 13:15 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Union Ivkoni 4h 0m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 15:00 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Union Ivkoni 3h 15m 13:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:15 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Doris Ukraine 3h 11m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 14:11 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £15
Doris Ukraine 3h 18m 14:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 17:48 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £15

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 3h 15m 10:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 13:15 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Union Ivkoni 4h 0m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 15:00 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Union Ivkoni 3h 15m 13:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:15 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Doris Ukraine 3h 11m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 14:11 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £12
Doris Ukraine 3h 18m 14:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 17:48 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £12

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 3h 15m 10:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 13:15 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Union Ivkoni 4h 0m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 15:00 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Union Ivkoni 3h 15m 13:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:15 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Doris Ukraine 3h 11m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 14:11 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £15
Doris Ukraine 3h 18m 14:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 17:48 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £15

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 3h 30m 17:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 20:30 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Union Ivkoni 3h 10m 20:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 23:40 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Union Ivkoni 3h 10m 23:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 02:40 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £12
Citylines 3h 11m 11:00 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop 14:11 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Economy £21
Citylines 3h 18m 14:30 Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop 17:48 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Economy £21

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Doris Ukraine 3h 11m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 14:11 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £12
Doris Ukraine 3h 18m 14:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 17:48 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £12
Doris Ukraine 3h 15m 17:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 20:15 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £12

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 3h 15m 10:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 13:15 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Union Ivkoni 4h 0m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 15:00 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Union Ivkoni 3h 15m 13:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 16:15 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £11
Doris Ukraine 3h 11m 11:00 Sofia Central Coach Station 14:11 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £12
Doris Ukraine 3h 18m 14:30 Sofia Central Coach Station 17:48 Stara Zagora Bus Stop  Basic £12

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sofia to Stara Zagora is £10 on 29/04/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Sofia and Stara Zagora?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Sofia to Stara Zagora. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 17 daily coaches from Sofia to Stara Zagora. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Sofia and Stara Zagora.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 27 coaches from Sofia to Stara Zagora, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Stara Zagora, with 10 offers.

All facts for Sofia to Stara Zagora bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Union Ivkoni, Doris Ukraine and Citylines that travel daily 9 times by bus from Sofia to Stara Zagora in one click. Book your Sofia to Stara Zagora bus ticket starting from £10!

Cheapest Bus £10
Fastest Bus 3h 10m
Earliest Coach 08:00
Latest Coach 23:30
Daily Bus Connections 9 Ø
Distance 191.8 km
Coach Companies Union Ivkoni, Doris Ukraine and Citylines

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Sofia to Stara Zagora?

Every day, 9 buses from 3 coach companies leave Sofia for Stara Zagora. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 30/04/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

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

The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Stara Zagora

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sofia to Stara Zagora, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £10, Sunday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sofia to Stara Zagora. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £11.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Stara Zagora, with £11. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £11.

How to save money travelling from Sofia to Stara Zagora

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

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

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Sofia to Stara Zagora?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Sofia to Stara Zagora timetable.

Union Ivkoni from Sofia to Stara Zagora

Union Ivkoni

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

Cheapest Price £11
Fastest Coach 3h 10m
Earliest Coach 08:00
Last Coach 23:30
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 05/04/2026

Doris Ukraine from Sofia to Stara Zagora

Doris Ukraine

Here you will find the key facts about the Doris Ukraine bus route Sofia to Stara Zagora:

Cheapest Price £12
Fastest Coach 3h 11m
Earliest Coach 11:00
Last Coach 17:00
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 05/04/2026
In total 3 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Stara Zagora

Here is a map with all coach stations in Sofia and Stara Zagora. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Sofia to Stara Zagora

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Sofia to Stara Zagora. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Sofia to Stara Zagora bus

How much does a Sofia Stara Zagora coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sofia Stara Zagora bus trip is available from £10 and takes 4h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

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

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £10 to £21. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Stara Zagora.

How many connections are available for the Sofia Stara Zagora route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Sofia to Stara Zagora is offered by roughly 9 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Stara Zagora from Sofia take?

The quickest coach from Sofia to Stara Zagora is provided by Union Ivkoni and takes 3h 10m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £11. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sofia to Stara Zagora?

The earliest bus to Stara Zagora departs from Sofia at 08:00. 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 Stara Zagora?

The latest bus to Stara Zagora 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 Stara Zagora route?

Passengers looking to travel from Sofia to Stara Zagora 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 Stara Zagora?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia and Stara Zagora 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 Stara Zagora from Sofia?

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

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Sofia to Stara Zagora?

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 9 daily trips between Sofia and Stara Zagora. 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 Stara Zagora?

Prices and availability for 9 trips between Sofia and Stara Zagora 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 Stara Zagora

Basic
Basic

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

Economy
Economy

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

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