4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sofia to Pirot
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 40 m
Buses on 19 Sept
1
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Pirot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Pirot will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 buses from Sofia to Pirot, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 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.
5:302h40Sofia8:10Pirot£141One-way0 changes
- 5:302h40Sofia8:10Pirot£141One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach for Sofia to Pirot
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Pirot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 79 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|
£13 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £2. The journey takes 2h 40m versus 1h 23m 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.
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 Pirot bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Pirot coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:00 Sofia | 2h40 | 16:40 Pirot | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
| 5:30 Sofia | 2h40 | 8:10 Pirot | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Pirot
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Buses from Sofia to Pirot run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:15, the last at 17:00. The fastest coach covers the 79 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 79 km |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 6:15 |
Last bus 17:00 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Niš ekspres, FlixBus, Matpu from Sofia to PirotYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Pirot with Niš ekspres, FlixBus, Matpu for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sofia to Pirot coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Pirot 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 Pirot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Niš ekspres
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Assistance with boarding and alighting.
- Niš ekspres
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a 10% fee. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Niš ekspres
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 25kg.
- Niš ekspres
- 5€ per additional bag.
- Niš ekspres
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sofia and Pirot
Most Sofia to Pirot buses use the Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) to Pirot, Main Bus Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Sofia and Pirot bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Sofia station do buses to Pirot leave from?
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:
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 Pirot station do buses from Sofia arrive at?
Getting to Pirot, Main Bus Station from Pirot city centre
Pirot, Main Bus Station is 1 km from Pirot city centre. Public transport options include:
Pirot, Main Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Pirot, Main Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small café available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Pirot, Main Bus Station. ATMs are available at Pirot, Main Bus Station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pirot, Main Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pirot, Main Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pirot, Main Bus Station.
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