- Must visit
Red Cross Concentration Camp Museum
Memorial museum at the former Nazi concentration camp, presenting prison buildings, testimonies and exhibits on wartime Niš.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sofia to Niš
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£21
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
4 h
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
4 h
Buses on 17 Sept
2
Distance
135 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Niš is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Niš will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Fast coaches
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 2 buses from Sofia to Niš, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 135 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 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.
13:004h00Sofia17:00Niš£201One-way0 changes- 14:004h00Sofia18:00Niš£221One-way0 changes
- 14:004h00Sofia18:00Niš£221One-way0 changes
- 13:004h00Sofia17:00Niš£201One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach for Sofia to Niš
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Niš among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a coach costs an average of £20.
Distance: 135 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£20 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Sofia to Niš is a coach with an average price of £20.
The fastest way to travel from Sofia to Niš is by coach with an average journey time of 4h 0m.
Yes, you can take a coach between Sofia and Niš.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 4h 0m versus 2h 8m 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 Niš-ekspres, Matpu.
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.
Live departures
Sofia to Niš bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Niš coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. 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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| 13:00 Sofia | 4h00 | 17:00 Niš | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:00 Sofia | 4h00 | 18:00 Niš | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Niš
Bulgaria
Serbia
Buses from Sofia to Niš run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:40, the last at 16:00. The fastest coach covers the 135 km distance in 4h 0m.
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 135 km |
Average bus duration 4h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 4:40 |
Last bus 16:00 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 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: Niš ekspres, FlixBus, Niš-ekspres, Matpu from Sofia to NišYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Niš with Niš ekspres, FlixBus, Niš-ekspres, Matpu for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£15
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Niš ekspres
About
Niš Ekspres is a prominent bus company based in Niš, Serbia, established in 1951. It is recognized as the largest and most frequently used public intercity transportation provider from Niš, offering urban, intercity, and international services. The company operates over 336 daily departures to destinations within Serbia, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and other neighboring countries. Popular domestic routes include connections between major cities like Subotica, Novi Sad, Zaječar, Niš, Pirot, Bela Palanka, and Belgrade. Niš Ekspres also provides bus rentals, repair services, and organized tours. Onboard amenities often include air conditioning, and on select routes, Wi-Fi and charging ports are available.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Niš ekspres Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Niš ekspres Price
£18
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a 10% fee. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Assistance with boarding and alighting.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
Niš-ekspres
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Niš-ekspres Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Niš-ekspres Price
£17
Niš-ekspres frequency
1 a day
Matpu
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Matpu Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Matpu Price
£19
Matpu frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Niš
Things to do in Niš
Discover the best of Niš — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Niš trip today.
- Recommended
National Museum Niš
Main city museum with archaeology, history and ethnology collections that give a strong overview of Niš and the wider region.
Sremac and Miljković Museum
Small literary museum dedicated to writer Stevan Sremac and poet Branko Miljković, with manuscripts and period interiors.
- Must visit
Obrenovićeva Street
Central pedestrian street lined with shops and historic facades; the easiest place for a first walk and everyday city atmosphere.
- Recommended
Nišava Quay
Riverside promenade through the heart of Niš, popular for walking, cycling and relaxed views of the fortress and bridges.
- Recommended
King Milan Square
Main city square with the central monument, civic buildings and frequent public events; a useful starting point for sightseeing.
- Gluten-free
Niška pljeskavica
A spicy grilled minced-meat patty from Niš, usually wrapped around kajmak. It is one of the city’s signature barbecue specialities.
- Gluten-free
Ćevapi
Small grilled minced-meat sausages, a southern Serbian staple strongly associated with Niš’s barbecue tradition and local kafanas.
- Gluten-free
Roštilj
Grilled pork, often neck or skewers, central to Niš’s roštilj culture and commonly served with onions, flatbread and ajvar.
Mrak
Well-known barbecue restaurant serving classic southern Serbian grill plates in a busy, casual setting popular with locals.
Stambolijski
Established traditional restaurant known for Niš-style grilled meat, hearty Serbian dishes and a rustic local atmosphere.
Kod Rajka
Long-running local venue for Niš barbecue and Serbian comfort food, with generous portions and an informal atmosphere.
Serbian dinar (дин)
Budget-friendly for city breaks: hotels, meals and local transport usually cost less than in many European capitals and larger Balkan tourist hubs.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- дин 700-1,200 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- дин 1,500-2,500 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- дин 3,500+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- дин 180-300 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is appreciated but not required. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10%. For cafés and taxis, round up the bill or leave small change.
FAQs: Sofia to Niš coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Niš 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 Niš, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Sofia to Niš can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sofia to Niš is £20; 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 Sofia to Niš is 4h 0m to travel the 135 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 Sofia to Niš leaves at 4:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Sofia to Niš leaves at 16:00.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Sofia to Niš with Niš-ekspres, Matpu. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Sofia to Niš, you can count on Niš ekspres, FlixBus, Polazak, Niš-ekspres, Matpu for the best way to get you to Niš. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Sofia and Niš and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Niš, Autobuska Stanica (Ниш, Aутобуска Cтаница), located 1 away from the city centre.
A trip to Niš from Sofia is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Sofia to Niš is August.
Yes, you can take a coach between Sofia and Niš.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Sofia to Niš:
- Niš ekspres
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Assistance with boarding and alighting.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Sofia to Niš for coach company FlixBus, Niš ekspres.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Sofia to Niš depends on the coach companies:
- Niš ekspres
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a 10% fee. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
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 Sofia to Niš.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Sofia to Niš:
- Niš ekspres
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Sofia to Niš:
- Niš ekspres
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Sofia to Niš. The following conditions apply:
- Niš ekspres
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Sofia to Niš with the following coach company: FlixBus, Niš ekspres
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Sofia to Niš with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Sofia to Niš with the following coach company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sofia and Niš
Most Sofia to Niš buses use the Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) to Niš, Autobuska Stanica (Ниш, Aутобуска Cтаница) station pair. Use this guide to compare Sofia and Niš bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Sofia
Arrival bus stations in Niš
Which Sofia station do buses to Niš leave from?
Buses from Sofia to Niš leave from Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика). The station is 1 km from Sofia city centre at Knyaginya Maria Luiza Blvd 102, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria.
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)Knyaginya Maria Luiza Blvd 102, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
City-centre transport
Getting to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) from Sofia city centre
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus78 · 12m · every ~5 min
Tram12, 27 · 9m · £0.90 · every ~19 min
Subway2 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~20 min
M2 · 5m · every ~16 min
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) bus station facilities and services
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Serdika (in the station), Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km), Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Elevators, ramps.
Which Niš station do buses from Sofia arrive at?
Buses from Sofia to Niš arrive at Niš, Autobuska Stanica (Ниш, Aутобуска Cтаница). Niš, Autobuska Stanica (Ниш, Aутобуска Cтаница) is 1 km from Niš city centre.
Niš, Autobuska Stanica (Ниш, Aутобуска Cтаница)Niš Bus Station, Bulevar 12. februara, Niš, Serbia
City-centre transport
Getting to Niš, Autobuska Stanica (Ниш, Aутобуска Cтаница) from Niš city centre
Niš, Autobuska Stanica (Ниш, Aутобуска Cтаница) is 1 km from Niš city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus4m · £0.90
18, 19, 20, 20a, 21, 23, 23a, 23k, 3, 37 · 6m · every ~14 min
34A · 23m · every ~4 min
Niš, Autobuska Stanica (Ниш, Aутобуска Cтаница) bus station facilities and services
Niš, Autobuska Stanica (Ниш, Aутобуска Cтаница) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Snack bars available inside the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Niš, Autobuska Stanica (Ниш, Aутобуска Cтаница).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Niš, Autobuska Stanica (Ниш, Aутобуска Cтаница): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Niš, Autobuska Stanica (Ниш, Aутобуска Cтаница): Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities.
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