What is the best way to travel from Sofia to Zagreb?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses to Zagreb from Sofia. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Zagreb from Sofia?
You can reach Zagreb with just £24 by taking a Bus from Union Ivkoni, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus12h 40m022:50SofiaCentral Coach Station10:30ZagrebCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 15/12/2025 22:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 16/12/2025 10:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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Union Ivkoni13h 0m008:00SofiaBratya Miladinovi20:00ZagrebCentral Bus Station0BasicA Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bratya Miladinovi, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 16/12/2025 08:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 16/12/2025 20:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
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Union Ivkoni13h 0m008:00Sofiapl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop20:00ZagrebTrain Station0EconomyA Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 16/12/2025 08:00:00 to Train Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 16/12/2025 20:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
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Union Ivkoni13h 0m008:30SofiaBratya Miladinovi20:30ZagrebCentral Bus Station0BasicA Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bratya Miladinovi, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 16/12/2025 08:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 16/12/2025 20:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
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FlixBus12h 40m022:50SofiaCentral Coach Station10:30ZagrebCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 16/12/2025 22:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 17/12/2025 10:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Union Ivkoni12h 0m009:30Sofiapl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop20:30ZagrebTrain Station0EconomyA Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 18/12/2025 09:30:00 to Train Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 18/12/2025 20:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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M&M Travel12h 50m014:00Sofiapl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop01:50ZagrebTrain Station0EconomyA Bus from M&M Travel goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 18/12/2025 14:00:00 to Train Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 19/12/2025 01:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus12h 40m022:50SofiaCentral Coach Station10:30ZagrebCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 21/12/2025 22:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 22/12/2025 10:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Sofia to Zagreb?
You can get to Zagreb from Sofia in just 12h 0m with a Bus from Union Ivkoni. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus12h 40m022:50SofiaCentral Coach Station10:30ZagrebCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 15/12/2025 22:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 16/12/2025 10:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
Fastest Buses Monday
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FlixBus12h 40m022:50SofiaCentral Coach Station10:30ZagrebCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 16/12/2025 22:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 17/12/2025 10:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £55 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
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Union Ivkoni13h 0m008:00SofiaBratya Miladinovi20:00ZagrebCentral Bus Station0BasicA Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bratya Miladinovi, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 16/12/2025 08:00:00 to Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 16/12/2025 20:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
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Union Ivkoni13h 0m008:00Sofiapl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop20:00ZagrebTrain Station0EconomyA Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 16/12/2025 08:00:00 to Train Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 16/12/2025 20:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
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Union Ivkoni13h 0m008:30SofiaBratya Miladinovi20:30ZagrebCentral Bus Station0BasicA Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bratya Miladinovi, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 16/12/2025 08:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 16/12/2025 20:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Union Ivkoni12h 0m009:30Sofiapl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop20:30ZagrebTrain Station0EconomyA Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 18/12/2025 09:30:00 to Train Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 18/12/2025 20:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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M&M Travel12h 50m014:00Sofiapl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop01:50ZagrebTrain Station0EconomyA Bus from M&M Travel goes from pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 18/12/2025 14:00:00 to Train Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 19/12/2025 01:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus12h 40m022:50SofiaCentral Coach Station10:30ZagrebCentral Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 21/12/2025 22:50:00 to Central Bus Station, Zagreb (Croatia) arriving at 22/12/2025 10:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £38 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 40m
Fastest Buses Sunday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Sofia to Zagreb
What are the most popular stations in Sofia and Zagreb?
In Sofia, you will usually depart from Bratya Miladinovi, Central Coach Station or Bus and Coach Station Zapad Bus Stop, while in Zagreb you will be arriving at Train Station, Central Bus Station or Zapadni Kolodvor, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Zagreb from Sofia? With 2 connections between 3 Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Sofia and Zagreb, you can pay as low as £24 with a Bus from Union Ivkoni.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Union Ivkoni: you will get to Zagreb in just 12h 0m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Sofia and Zagreb are Union Ivkoni, FlixBus and M&M Travel, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Sofia and Zagreb is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Boyana or to Buzin, and look at flights from Sofia Airport, and landing at Zagreb Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Sofia to Zagreb?
The most popular companies between Sofia and Zagreb, are Union Ivkoni, FlixBus and M&M Travel. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Union Ivkoni, FlixBus and M&M Travel
All you need to know when you travel from Sofia to Zagreb
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Sofia to Zagreb. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Sofia to Zagreb
How can I reach Zagreb from Sofia?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus, with which you can get to Zagreb from Sofia.
How far is Zagreb from Sofia?
The distance between Sofia and Zagreb is 679.2 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Sofia and Zagreb?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 18 kgs of CO2, a train 24 kgs, a car 115 kgs, and a flight 167 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Sofia to Zagreb?
You can get to Zagreb with just £24 by taking a Bus from Union Ivkoni.
What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Zagreb?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Zagreb in just 12h 0m with a Bus from Union Ivkoni.
More routes to Sofia and to Zagreb
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Sofia and to Zagreb. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
- Trips to Sofia
- Belgrade to Sofia
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- Munich to Sofia
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- Vienna to Sofia
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- Zurich to Sofia
- Trips to Zagreb
- Barcelona to Zagreb
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- Bern to Zagreb
- Budapest Liszt Ferenc Airport to Zagreb
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- Frankfurt am Main to Zagreb
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