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FlixBus · FlixBus11:4531h15Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano20:00София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£991One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus8:0035h00Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato)20:00София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£1091One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus14:2032h25Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano23:45София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£1191One-way1 change
17:0022h30Milan, Lampugnano (M1)16:30Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)£1221One-way0 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus7:3025h05Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano9:35София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£1241One-way1 change
- 17:0022h30Milan, Lampugnano (M1)16:30Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)£1221One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus7:3025h05Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano9:35София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£1241One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:4531h15Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano20:00София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£991One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus14:2032h25Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano23:45София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£1191One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus23:1033h25Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano9:35София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£1261One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Milan to Sofia
The cheapest option from Milan to Sofia is flight, with an average price of £73. Omio recommends booking the flight, as it is the most popular option from Milan to Sofia among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, as it emits only 1.2 - 2.9kg.
Distance: 1168 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
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£88 Average Price | £73 Average Price Cheapest option |
24h 22m Average total duration 23h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.2 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.5 - 7.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Live departures
Milan to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Sofia coaches for today, Sunday 5 July. 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 | 7:30 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 25h05 | 9:35 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:15 Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) | 34h45 | 20:00 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 31h15 | 20:00 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:00 Milano, Milan Linate Airport | 35h35 | 9:35 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 3 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:10 Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 33h25 | 9:35 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Union Ivkoni International, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Infobus to find the best option for your trip from Milan to Sofia.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Sofia
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Typically, there are 6 buses per day from Milan to Sofia, including direct buses, taking around 23h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 1168 km distance in 22h 30m.
Distance 1168 km |
Average bus duration 23h 52m |
Lowest ticket price £50 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 22h 30m |
First bus 1:10 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 63 days |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Infobus from Milan to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Milan to Sofia with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as £16. 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.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Milan and Sofia
Most Milan to Sofia buses use the Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) station pair, with some services arriving at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика). Use this guide to compare Milan and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Milan station do buses to Sofia leave from?
Getting to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano from Milan city centre
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano is 5 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano bus station facilities and services
Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km), Pizza Express (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) from Milan city centre
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) is 6 km from Milan city centre. Public transport options include:
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) bus station facilities and services
Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Italiana (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Milano, San Donato - Settore B (Viale Giuseppe Impastato): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Milano, Aeroporto di Milano Linate from Milan city centre
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) 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.
Getting to София, (Sofia) from Sofia city centre
Most popular bus connections from Milan
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