The cheapest and fastest coaches from Belgrade to Sofia
Cheapest price
£77
Average price
£77
Fastest journey
21 h 5 m
Average duration
21 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Belgrade to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Belgrade to Sofia will cost around £77 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £77.
To travel from Belgrade to Sofia you need to make at least one change.
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Compare coach and flight for Belgrade to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Belgrade to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a flight costs an average of £73.
Distance: 328 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£63 Average Price Cheapest | £171 Average Price |
7h 42m Average total duration 7h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Belgrade to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Belgrade to Sofia coaches for today, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 Beograd, Autobuska stanica (Novi Beograd) (Београд, Аутобуска станица (Нови Београд)) | 21h05 | 07:35 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Belgrade to Sofia coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Karat-S?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Karat-S, but also compare tickets for the likes of City Lines, Trans Jug, FlixBus or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Belgrade to Sofia.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Karat-S with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Belgrade to Sofia.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Busbud or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of City Lines, Trans Jug, FlixBus or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Belgrade to Sofia.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Belgrade to Sofia.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Belgrade to Sofia
Buses from Belgrade to Sofia run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 328 km distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 328 km |
Average bus duration 7h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 09:00 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Karat-S, City Lines, Trans Jug, FlixBus, Infobus, Presto from Belgrade to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Belgrade to Sofia with Karat-S, City Lines, Trans Jug, FlixBus, Infobus, Presto for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Belgrade to Sofia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Belgrade 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.

- City Lines
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Karat-S
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- City Lines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- Karat-S
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Trans Jug
- The cancellation policy can vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions
- check the terms and conditions on the company's website or during the booking process.
- City Lines
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Karat-S
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Trans Jug
- Hand luggage, free luggage, and bulky luggage are allowed.
- City Lines
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Karat-S
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Trans Jug
- Additional fees may apply for bulky luggage.
- City Lines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Karat-S
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Belgrade and Sofia
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Serdika (in the station)
- Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km)
- Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M1, M2 Train: Sofia Central Station
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