Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioned
Cheapest price on 07 Sept
£27
Average ticket price on 07 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 07 Sept
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on 07 Sept
2 h 18 m
Buses on 07 Sept
3
Distance
148 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Asenovgrad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Asenovgrad will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
On Mon 07 Sept, we found 3 buses from Sofia to Asenovgrad, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 148 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
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0Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Asenovgrad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £7, while a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 148 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 26m Average total duration 4h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sofia to Asenovgrad:
A train is £10 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Sofia to Asenovgrad costing on average £17.
Other travel options to Asenovgrad take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 56m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £28 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £11. The journey takes 2h 17m versus 2h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Karat-S, Union Ivkoni International, City Lines, Group Plus, Infobus, BG Razpisanie.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Asenovgrad coaches for tomorrow, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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0 | 8:00 Sofia | 2h30 | 10:30 Asenovgrad | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 8:15 Sofia | 2h15 | 10:30 Asenovgrad | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 8:20 Sofia | 2h10 | 10:30 Asenovgrad | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Sofia to Asenovgrad run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 148 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 148 km |
Average bus duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Discover the best of Asenovgrad — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Asenovgrad trip today.
Main local museum presenting archaeology, ethnography and town history, useful for understanding Asenovgrad and the region.
House museum showing the life and work of writer Stanimaka Dimitar Hadzhiyski in a period domestic setting.
Small ecclesiastical collection with icons and church objects that reflect the strong religious culture of the town.
Central pedestrian-friendly square used for strolls, events and a convenient starting point for exploring the town centre.
Traditional quarter with older houses, churches and a more intimate atmosphere that reveals the town's historic character.
View area on the approach to the fortress, valued for panoramic scenes over the valley and a rewarding short uphill walk.
Mavrud red wine from the Asenovgrad area, noted for deep colour, firm tannins and a long local winemaking tradition in the Thracian Valley.
Patatnik is a Rhodope potato pie with onion, herbs and often sirene cheese, prized locally as a hearty mountain staple near Asenovgrad.
Klin is a Rhodope baked rice pie with eggs and sirene wrapped in pastry or cabbage leaves, traditional at family meals and festivals.
Established local venue serving Bulgarian and European dishes with a spacious setting suited to long lunches and group dinners.
Traditional Bulgarian restaurant in Asenovgrad known for grilled dishes, regional specialities and a relaxed family atmosphere.
Casual restaurant popular for chargrilled meats, salads and hearty portions in an informal setting frequented by locals.
Budget-friendly for Bulgaria: lodging, local dining and taxis are generally cheaper than in Sofia and many EU city breaks.
Tipping is customary but modest: 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafés, and round up or add a small amount for taxis.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Asenovgrad 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 Asenovgrad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sofia to Asenovgrad buses use the Sofia, Sofia International Airport (T1) (София, Летище София (T1)) to Krumovo, Mezhdunarodno letishte Plovdiv (Крумово, Международно летище Пловдив) station pair. Use this guide to compare Sofia and Asenovgrad bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Small cafes available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Sofia (София). ATMs are aTM machines available onsite.
Ticket office support is available at Sofia (София).
Available at Sofia (София): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia (София): Facilities are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София) is 6 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София). ATMs are aTMs are available nearby.
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София).
Available at Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Sofia International Airport (София, Летище София): The station has basic accessibility.
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