4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Sofia
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
13 h 40 m
Average duration
16 h 51 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
631 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Sofia will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
Of the 6 buses that leave Budapest for Sofia every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 631 km distance in an average of 16 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 30 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.
FlixBus20:3013h40Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar11:10София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£421One-way0 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus3:1519h30Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér23:45София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£581One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:1017h35Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar23:45София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£621One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:3018h15Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar23:45София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£621One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus12:5519h40Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás9:35София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£821One-way1 change
- FlixBus20:3013h40Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar11:10София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£421One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus18:5515h15Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér11:10София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£841One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus5:1017h35Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar23:45София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£621One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus4:3018h15Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar23:45София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£621One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus3:1519h30Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér23:45София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£581One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Budapest to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £19.
Distance: 631 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£53 Average Price Cheapest | £147 Average Price |
13h 2m Average total duration 12h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.8kg 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
Budapest to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Sofia coaches for tomorrow, Monday 13 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:15 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 19h30 | 23:45 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 18h15 | 23:45 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 17h35 | 23:45 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 19h40 | 9:35 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:55 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 15h15 | 11:10 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 20:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 13h40 | 11:10 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Karat-S, ArdaTur, Infobus or City Lines to find the best option for your trip from Budapest to Sofia.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Sofia
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Buses from Budapest to Sofia run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 but you can travel from only £19 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 631 km distance in 12h 5m.
Distance 631 km |
Average bus duration 12h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 5m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Karat-S, ArdaTur, Infobus, City Lines, Citylines from Budapest to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Sofia with FlixBus, Karat-S, ArdaTur, Infobus, City Lines, Citylines for as low as £19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Karat-S
Infobus
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ArdaTur
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FAQs: Budapest to Sofia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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.
- Karat-S
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- ArdaTur
- Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
- Karat-S
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- ArdaTur
- Cancellation policies vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, with refunds ranging from 50% to 100% depending on the time before departure, and no refunds for cancellations less than 24 hours prior.
- Karat-S
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- ArdaTur
- One piece of hand luggage up to 15 kg and two pieces of checked luggage up to 35 kg each are included.
- Karat-S
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- ArdaTur
- Additional baggage or cargo is accepted for transport if there is free space and for a separate charge.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- 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 Budapest and Sofia
Most Budapest to Sofia buses use the Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) station pair, with some services arriving at София, (Sofia). Use this guide to compare Budapest and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do buses to Sofia leave from?
Getting to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre
Getting to Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
Getting to София, (Sofia) from Sofia city centre
Getting to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) from Sofia city centre
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) bus station facilities and services
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Serdika (in the station), Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km), Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Elevators, ramps.
Most popular bus connections from Budapest
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