The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sofia to Kazanlak
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Kazanlak is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Kazanlak will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 4 buses that leave Sofia for Kazanlak every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 170 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Sofia to Kazanlak
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Kazanlak among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £31.
Distance: 170 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£31 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Sofia to Kazanlak bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Kazanlak coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:00 Sofia | 5h30 | 09:30 Kazanlak | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:16 Sofia | 5h14 | 09:30 Kazanlak | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:00 Sofia | 3h00 | 12:00 Kazanlak | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Sofia | 3h00 | 17:00 Kazanlak | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Kazanlak
Buses from Sofia to Kazanlak run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 17:00. The fastest coach covers the 170 km distance in 5h 14m.
Distance 170 km |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 14m |
First bus 07:00 |
Last bus 17:00 |
Bus providers: Ourbus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni from Sofia to KazanlakYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Kazanlak with Ourbus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
Ourbus
Union Ivkoni
FAQs: Sofia to Kazanlak coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Kazanlak 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 Kazanlak, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Ourbus
- 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.
- Ourbus
- 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).
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sofia and Kazanlak
- 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
Most popular bus connections from Sofia
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