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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Dortmund to Sofia
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£101
Fastest journey
1 d 9 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 10 h 20 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1544 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Dortmund to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund to Sofia will cost around £101 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £86.
Of the 3 buses that leave Dortmund for Sofia every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1544 km distance in an average of 1 d 10 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 9 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 11 h 20 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Dortmund to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dortmund to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £62, and a flight costs an average of £25.
Distance: 1544 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£98 Average Price Cheapest | £120 Average Price |
32h 36m Average total duration 32h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dortmund to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund to Sofia coaches for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 07:45 Dortmund | 33h15 | 17:00 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 10:00 Dortmund | 30h00 | 16:00 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:45 Dortmund | 34h25 | 08:10 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Dortmund to Sofia
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Buses from Dortmund to Sofia run on average 3 times per day, taking around 32h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1544 km distance in 33h 15m.
Distance 1544 km |
Average bus duration 32h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 33h 15m |
First bus 01:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, Karat-S, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Dortmund to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Dortmund to Sofia with FlixBus, Ourbus, Karat-S, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Dortmund to Sofia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Dortmund and Sofia
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Express (in the station)
- Bistro Central (0.2 km)
- Restaurant Heimatliebe (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 452, 453, 460 Metro: U41, U45, U47, U49 Train: S1, S2, S5
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M2 Train: Sofia Central Station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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