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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sofia to Otopeni
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Otopeni is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Otopeni will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 buses that leave Sofia for Otopeni 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 302 km distance in an average of 7 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 45 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.
19:007h45Sofia2:45Otopeni£181One-way0 changes- 20:007h45Sofia3:45Otopeni£221One-way0 changes
- 20:007h45Sofia3:45Otopeni£221One-way0 changes
- 19:007h45Sofia2:45Otopeni£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Sofia to Otopeni
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Otopeni among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £92.
Distance: 302 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£18 Average Price Cheapest | £182 Average Price |
8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Sofia to Otopeni bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Otopeni coaches for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 19:00 Sofia | 7h45 | 2:45 Otopeni | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:00 Sofia | 7h45 | 3:45 Otopeni | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Otopeni
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Buses from Sofia to Otopeni run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 302 km distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 302 km |
Average bus duration 7h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 6:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni from Sofia to OtopeniYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Otopeni with Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sofia to Otopeni coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Otopeni 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 Otopeni, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sofia and Otopeni
Most Sofia to Otopeni buses use the София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) to București, Autogara Militari station pair, with some services arriving at Otopeni, Aeroportul Internațional Henri Coandă (Parcare 2 - Sosiri). Use this guide to compare Sofia and Otopeni bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
Getting to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) from Sofia city centre
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) bus station facilities and services
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to София, (Sofia) from Sofia city centre
Getting to Otopeni, Aeroport Henri Coanda Sosiri from Otopeni city centre
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