- Must visit
National Archaeological Museum
Sofia’s main archaeology museum displays Thracian, Roman and medieval finds in a former mosque. It is ideal for understanding Bulgaria’s long history.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Piraeus to Sofia
Showing times and prices for 14 Aug
Cheapest price
£49
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
12 h 45 m
Average duration
13 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
529 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Piraeus to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piraeus to Sofia will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £49.
Fast coaches
Of the 2 buses that leave Piraeus for Sofia every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 529 km distance in an average of 13 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 15 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.
13:1512h45Piraeus2:00Sofia£491One-way0 changes
15:3013h15Piraeus4:45Sofia£551One-way0 changes
- 13:1512h45Piraeus2:00Sofia£491One-way0 changes
- 15:3013h15Piraeus4:45Sofia£551One-way0 changes
Live departures
Piraeus to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Sofia coaches for today, Thursday 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 16:30 Pireas, Akti Kondili - Agios Dionysios (Πειραιάς, Ακτή Κονδύλη - Άγιος Διονύσιος) | 13h00 | 5:30 Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 17:30 Piraeus | 13h15 | 6:45 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 14 August | |||||
| 13:15 Piraeus | 12h45 | 2:00 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Piraeus to Sofia
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Buses from Piraeus to Sofia run on average 5 times per day, taking around 13h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £49 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 20:30. The fastest coach covers the 529 km distance in 10h 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 529 km |
Average bus duration 13h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £49 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 10h 50m |
First bus 7:00 |
Last bus 20:30 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, City Lines from Piraeus to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Piraeus to Sofia with Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, City Lines for as low as £49. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 15m
Cheapest Price
£49
Infobus frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
City Lines
About
\City Lines\" can refer to several different bus companies. One prominent example is Citylines, a leading Bulgarian bus company headquartered in Sofia. It operates an extensive network of 44 routes, connecting 22 cities across Bulgaria and serving 9 European nations with an average of 19 trips daily. Citylines coaches offer amenities such as air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Another is Rochester City Lines, a family-owned and operated charter bus company in Minnesota, United States, providing services for college, corporate, event, religious, school, and workforce transportation. They offer a fleet including motorcoaches, minibuses, and executive vans. Historically, National City Lines, Inc. (NCL) was a significant public transportation holding company in the United States, founded in 1920. NCL acquired numerous local transit systems, often converting streetcar lines to bus operations, a practice sometimes referred to as \"bustitution.\" Additionally, \"City Line\" is also the name of a bus rapid transit (BRT) line in Spokane, Washington, operated by the Spokane Transit Authority. This 6-mile route, which opened in 2023, utilizes modern, zero-emission battery-electric buses and connects key areas including downtown Spokane and the University District."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
13h 15m
Cheapest Price
£49
City Lines frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be booked in advance.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Union Ivkoni International
About
Union Ivkoni International is a prominent bus company based in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1992. It is recognized as the largest bus carrier in Bulgaria and a leader in bus transport across Europe. The company offers extensive services, including regular bus lines, bus rentals, and bus tours, with over 715 daily departures to more than 100 towns in Bulgaria and over 150 towns in Central and Western Europe, Greece, and Turkey. Union Ivkoni also operates its own tourist brand, Uni Holidays, providing various excursions, vacations, and plane tickets.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 55m
Cheapest Price
£35
Union Ivkoni International frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Additional luggage
10 USD per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Service animals allowed.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
Complete guide to Sofia
Things to do in Sofia
Discover the best of Sofia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sofia trip today.
- Recommended
Sofia History Museum
Set in the former mineral baths, this museum presents Sofia’s urban development, daily life and civic history in a striking historic building.
- Recommended
National Gallery at the Palace
A major national gallery in a former royal palace, showing Bulgarian art from past centuries to modern works in grand historic interiors.
- Must visit
Vitosha Boulevard
A broad pedestrian boulevard lined with landmarks, shops and public buildings. It is Sofia’s main walking route for sightseeing and people-watching.
- Recommended
Independence Square
A central square between key institutions and churches, with Roman remains nearby. It is a useful starting point for exploring historic Sofia on foot.
- Recommended
Borisova Gradina
A city garden at the foot of Vitosha Mountain, popular for walks, concerts and open views. It offers a relaxed local atmosphere beyond the busiest centre.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Shopska salata
Shopska salad of tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and sirene cheese. A national staple closely linked with Bulgarian home cooking and rakia.
- Vegetarian
Banitsa
Banitsa is a flaky pastry pie with eggs and white cheese, baked for breakfast and festive occasions. It is one of Bulgaria’s most familiar comfort foods.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Tarator
Tarator is a cold yoghurt soup with cucumber, dill, garlic and walnuts. It is a classic summer dish in Bulgaria, especially refreshing in Sofia’s heat.
Cosmos
Stylish restaurant focused on Bulgarian ingredients and contemporary presentation, with a refined dining room suited to a special meal.
Pod Lipite
Traditional Bulgarian restaurant in a historic setting, known for regional dishes, folk-style interiors and a polished but welcoming atmosphere.
Hadjidraganovite kashti
Long-established Bulgarian venue serving grills, salads and classic national dishes in a lively, rustic tavern atmosphere near the city centre.
Bulgarian lev (лв.)
Budget-friendly for Europe: hotels, meals and public transport are cheaper than in many EU capitals, though central areas and upscale venues cost more.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- 12-20 лв. for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- 25-45 лв. per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- 80+ лв. per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- 4-6 лв. for cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Round up in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is usual for good service if not already included.
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €0.80
- Day pass
- €2.00
To the city centre
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara -> Serdika, Sofia
- Distance
- 2.5 km
- Travel time
- 9 min
- Tap a bank card or device directly on buses, trams, trolleybuses and metro gates; the system caps contactless fares at the day-pass price.
- For the city centre from Centralna Avtogara, use Metro M2 from Central Railway Station/Bus Station to Serdika; it is usually the quickest public transport option.
FAQs: Piraeus to Sofia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus 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.
Cheap coach tickets from Piraeus to Sofia can start from as little as £49 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Piraeus to Sofia is £54; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Piraeus to Sofia is 10h 50m to travel the 529 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Piraeus to Sofia leaves at 7:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Piraeus to Sofia leaves at 20:30.
Yes, there are 5 direct coaches a day from Piraeus to Sofia with Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, City Lines. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Piraeus to Sofia, you can count on Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, City Lines for the best way to get you to Sofia. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Piraeus and Sofia and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Piraeus , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Pireas, Πλ.κοραη, Pireas, Akti Kondili - Agios Dionysios (Πειραιάς, Ακτή Κονδύλη - Άγιος Διονύσιος), Piraeus, Port Astiggos (Πειραιάς, Λιμάνι Αστεγγος), Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού), Athens, Leof. Andrea Siggrou (Αθήνα, Λεωφ. Ανδρέα Συγγρού) . When arriving in Sofia , you can end your route in coach stations like Sofia (София), Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), Sofiya Airport - Terminal T1, Sofia, Letishche Sofia Terminal 2 (София, Летище София Терминал 2), Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика), София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Pireas, Πλ.κοραη, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sofia (София), located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Sofia from Piraeus is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 10h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Piraeus to Sofia is September.
Yes, you can take a coach between Piraeus and Sofia.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Piraeus to Sofia:
- City Lines
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Piraeus to Sofia for coach company Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, City Lines.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, City Lines.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Piraeus to Sofia depends on the coach companies:
- 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.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Piraeus to Sofia.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Piraeus to Sofia:
- City Lines
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Piraeus to Sofia:
- City Lines
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Piraeus to Sofia. The following conditions apply:
- City Lines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Piraeus to Sofia with the following coach company: Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, City Lines
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Piraeus to Sofia with the following coach company: Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, City Lines.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Piraeus to Sofia with the following coach company: Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, City Lines.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Piraeus and Sofia
Most Piraeus to Sofia buses use the Pireas, Πλ.κοραη to Sofia (София) station pair, with some services arriving at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара). Use this guide to compare Piraeus and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Piraeus
Arrival bus stations in Sofia
Which Piraeus station do buses to Sofia leave from?
Buses from Piraeus to Sofia leave from Pireas, Πλ.κοραη. The station is 1 km from Piraeus city centre at Pl. Korai, Pireas 185 35, Greece.
Pireas, Πλ.κοραηPl. Korai, Pireas 185 35, Greece
City-centre transport
Getting to Pireas, Πλ.κοραη from Piraeus city centre
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Pireas, Πλ.κοραη bus station facilities and services
Pireas, Πλ.κοραη has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pireas, Πλ.κοραη. ATMs are available at Pireas, Πλ.κοραη.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pireas, Πλ.κοραη.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pireas, Πλ.κοραη: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pireas, Πλ.κοραη: Standard public transport accessibility features.
Pireas, Akti Kondili - Agios Dionysios (Πειραιάς, Ακτή Κονδύλη - Άγιος Διονύσιος)Piraeus Thesmoforiou Street,Thesmoforiou street 3,185 45
City-centre transport
Getting to Pireas, Akti Kondili - Agios Dionysios (Πειραιάς, Ακτή Κονδύλη - Άγιος Διονύσιος) from Piraeus city centre
Train20, 17 · 5m · £2 · every ~12 min
Bus859, 826, 843 · 5m · £2 · every ~20 min
Piraeus, Port Astiggos (Πειραιάς, Λιμάνι Αστεγγος)Piraeus Astiggos , Astiggos 4, 18531
City-centre transport
Getting to Piraeus, Port Astiggos (Πειραιάς, Λιμάνι Αστεγγος) from Piraeus city centre
Train20, 17 · 8m · £2 · every ~12 min
Bus904, 915, 218, 909, 500, 906 · 2m · £2 · every ~34 min
Which Sofia station do buses from Piraeus arrive at?
Buses from Piraeus to Sofia most often arrive at Sofia (София). Some services arrive at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Sofia arrival station.
Sofia (София)Central Bus Station - Sofia, Tsentralna, bul. "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
City-centre transport
Getting to Sofia (София) from Sofia city centre
Bus36h 31m · £356
38h 30m
39h 1m · £272
57h 18m · £223
Sofia (София) bus station facilities and services
Sofia (София) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small cafes available nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sofia (София). ATMs are aTM machines available onsite.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia (София).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia (София): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia (София): Facilities are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)Centralna Avtogara, 100 Knyaginya Maria Luiza Blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria
City-centre transport
Getting to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) from Sofia city centre
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus78 · 13m · every ~5 min
Subway2 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~20 min
M2 · 4m · every ~16 min
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) bus station facilities and services
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Elevators, ramps.
Sofia, Sofia International Airport (T1) (София, Летище София (T1))Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1, bul. "Christopher Columbus" 1, 1528
City-centre transport
Getting to Sofia, Sofia International Airport (T1) (София, Летище София (T1)) from Sofia city centre
Bus84 · 28m · every ~9 min
84 · 30m · every ~9 min
Subway4 · 49m · £0.90 · every ~13 min
Shuttle13m · £16
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