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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sofia to Budapest
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
19 h 43 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
631 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Budapest will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £43.
Of the 4 buses that leave Sofia for Budapest every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 631 km distance in an average of 19 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 1 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Sofia to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 631 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£57 Average Price Cheapest | £165 Average Price |
13h 27m Average total duration 12h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sofia to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Budapest coaches for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6190571 | 14:30 София, (Sofia) | 12h40 | 03:10 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:50 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 20h40 | 17:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:50 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 20h15 | 17:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:50 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 25h15 | 22:05 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Budapest
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Buses from Sofia to Budapest run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 631 km distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 631 km |
Average bus duration 12h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Karat-S, Infobus, ArdaTur, City Lines, Citylines from Sofia to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Budapest with FlixBus, Karat-S, Infobus, ArdaTur, City Lines, Citylines for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Buses From Sofia To Budapest: Journey Details
Buses From Sofia To Budapest depart up to three times daily, with departures in the morning and in the late afternoon. Services are operated by Infobus and Ecolines and the journey time is between 12 hours 50 minutes and 13 hours. All services are direct. On Saturdays and Sundays there is just one service between the two cities, departing in the morning.
Taking the Bus from Sofia
Buses from Sofia to Budapest depart from the Central Bus Station adjacent to the city's Central Railway Station, which is directly linked to the city's Metro system. A journey from the city centre takes about 20 minutes. There is no public transport at night, and taxis are available, which make the journey from the centre of Sofia in less then 10 minutes.
Getting into Budapest by Bus
Budapest, Hungary's fascinating capital, gives the visitor two cities in one, Buda, on one bank of the mighty Danube River and Pest on the other side. The Hungarian Crown Jewels are on permanent exhibition in the impressive National Parliament Building, the largest in Europe, while the Royal Palace is open to all and contains the National Gallery which has an extensive collection. Budapest's Soviet-ruled past is showcased at Momento Park, with its many statues from that era. Buses From Sofia To Budapest arrive at the Hungarian capital's Nepliget Bus station located south-east of the city centre, about a half-hour's journey on Budapest's Metro system which is directly linked to the bus station. Some of the city's public transport runs 24 hours a day. Taxis are available which make the journey to the city centre in about 20 minutes.
FAQs: Sofia to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2), which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar, located 5.2 miles (8.4 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sofia and Budapest
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
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