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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salzburg to Sofia
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
19 h 20 m
Average duration
19 h 23 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
983 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salzburg to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Sofia will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Of the 2 buses that leave Salzburg 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 983 km distance in an average of 19 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 25 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 Salzburg to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 2.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £90.
Distance: 983 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£59 Average Price Cheapest | £418 Average Price |
20h 18m Average total duration 19h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.9kg 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
Salzburg to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Sofia coaches for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:15 Salzburg | 19h20 | 06:35 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:35 Salzburg | 19h25 | 17:00 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salzburg to Sofia
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Buses from Salzburg to Sofia run on average 3 times per day, taking around 19h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 983 km distance in 17h 1m.
Distance 983 km |
Average bus duration 19h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 17h 1m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: Ourbus, FlixBus, Karat-S, Infobus, ArdaTur, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Salzburg to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Salzburg to Sofia with Ourbus, FlixBus, Karat-S, Infobus, ArdaTur, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as £39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Salzburg to Sofia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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.
When departing from Salzburg, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Salzburg, P+R Süd and Salzburg, Lastenstraße (Hbf). When arriving in Sofia, you can end your journey in coach stations like Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) and София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Salzburg, P+R Süd, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 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 Salzburg and Sofia
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
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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