4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Milan to Sofia
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
1 d 9 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h 3 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1168 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Milan to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Sofia will cost around £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £85.
Of the 3 buses that leave Milan 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 1168 km distance in an average of 1 d 12 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 9 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 15 h 10 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 Milan to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 2.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £54, and a flight costs an average of £14.
Distance: 1168 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£96 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price |
24h 48m Average total duration 24h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.2 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.5 - 7.0kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Sofia coaches for today, Monday 5 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:20 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 32h25 | 21:45 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:10 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 33h25 | 07:35 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 33h25 | 07:35 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Sofia
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Buses from Milan to Sofia run on average 6 times per day, taking around 24h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £14 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 1168 km distance in 23h 30m.
Distance 1168 km |
Average bus duration 24h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 23h 30m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Bus providers: Ourbus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Milan to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Milan to Sofia with Ourbus, FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Milan to Sofia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Milan, Lampugnano (M1), which is located around 4.7 miles (7.5 km) 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Sofia
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km)
- Pizza Express (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1 Bus: 68, 78, 80
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 121, 132 Metro: M3
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
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
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