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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bansko to Sofia

Showing times and prices for 10 Nov

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£19

Fastest journey

1 h 58 m

Average duration

2 h 7 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

96 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bansko to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bansko to Sofia will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

Of the 5 buses that leave Bansko for Sofia every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 96 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 58 m .

The slowest buses will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Ourbus
12:153h15
Bansko
15:30Sofia
£101One-way
0 changes
Infobus
09:252h29
Bansko
11:54Sofia
£211One-way
0 changes
Infobus
12:302h00
Bansko
14:30Sofia
£211One-way
0 changes
Infobus
03:401h58
Bansko
05:38Sofia
£211One-way
0 changes
Infobus
09:162h14
Bansko
11:30Sofia
£211One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Bansko to Sofia bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bansko to Sofia coaches for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 05:30
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ams_infobus07:29 Bansko
2h02
09:31 Sofia0 changesdirect
uivk12:15 Bansko
3h15
15:30 Sofia0 changesdirect
uivk13:25 Bansko
3h05
16:30 Sofia0 changesdirect
ams_infobus13:36 Bansko
3h13
16:49 Sofia0 changesdirect
uivk15:00 Bansko
2h30
17:30 Sofia0 changesdirect
ams_infobus03:30 Bansko
2h30
06:00 Sofia0 changesdirect
ams_infobus03:40 Bansko
1h58
05:38 Sofia0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bansko to Sofia

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Buses from Bansko to Sofia run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest coach covers the 96 km distance in 1h 46m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
96 km
Average bus duration
2h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
14
Direct buses
14
Fastest bus
1h 46m
First bus
00:01
Last bus
23:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Ourbus, Infobus, Traventuria, Union Ivkoni, BG Razpisanie from Bansko to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Bansko to Sofia with Ourbus, Infobus, Traventuria, Union Ivkoni, BG Razpisanie for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Infobus

About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 46m
Cheapest Price
£21
Infobus frequency
22 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.

Ourbus

About
Union Ivkoni International is a prominent bus company based in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1992. It is recognized as the largest bus carrier in Bulgaria and a leader in bus transport across Europe. The company offers extensive services, including regular bus lines, bus rentals, and bus tours, with over 715 daily departures to more than 100 towns in Bulgaria and over 150 towns in Central and Western Europe, Greece, and Turkey. Union Ivkoni also operates its own tourist brand, Uni Holidays, providing various excursions, vacations, and plane tickets.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£10
Ourbus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Additional luggage
10 USD per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Service animals allowed.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.

Traventuria

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£20
Traventuria frequency
2 a day

Union Ivkoni

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
£7
Union Ivkoni frequency
2 a day

BG Razpisanie

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 33m
Cheapest Price
£5
BG Razpisanie frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Bansko to Sofia coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bansko to Sofia by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sofia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bansko to Sofia can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bansko to Sofia is £10; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bansko to Sofia is 2 h 30 min   to travel the 60 mile long route, with around there are 11 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Bansko to Sofia leaves at 00: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Bansko to Sofia leaves at 23: 55.
Yes, there are 11 direct coaches a day from Bansko to Sofia with Pinkbus, BG Razpisanie, Union Ivkoni or Traventuria. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the trip from Bansko to Sofia you can take a coach with Pinkbus, Infobus, BG Razpisanie, Union Ivkoni or Traventuria. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Bansko and Sofia on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bansko, Bus Station, which is located around 0.6 miles (964 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Sofia from Bansko is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bansko to Sofia is November.
Yes, you can take a coach from Bansko to Sofia.
No, the coach from Bansko to Sofia has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Bansko to Sofia.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bansko to Sofia.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Bansko to Sofia.
    No, luggage for the coach from Bansko to Sofia needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Bansko to Sofia.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bansko to Sofia.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Bansko to Sofia.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Bansko to Sofia.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Bansko and Sofia

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    Sofia
    The major coach station for departures in Bansko is Bansko, Avtogara (Банско, Автогара). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bansko, Avtogara (Банско, Автогара) for your trip from Bansko to Sofia.
    Bansko, Avtogara (Банско, Автогара)

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