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Archaeological Museum, Nessebar
Main museum for Nessebar’s archaeology, presenting finds from Thracian, Greek, Roman and medieval periods close to Ravda.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Ravda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Ravda will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 3 buses from Sofia to Ravda, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 356 km distance in an average of 7 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 51 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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Buses from Sofia to Ravda run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:04, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 356 km distance in 6h 2m.
Distance 356 km |
Average bus duration 7h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 2m |
First bus 0:04 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Ravda coaches for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:00 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 7h51 | 18:51 Ravda (Равда) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 7h05 | 0:05 Ravda (Равда) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:30 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 7h02 | 6:32 Ravda (Равда) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Main museum for Nessebar’s archaeology, presenting finds from Thracian, Greek, Roman and medieval periods close to Ravda.
Compact ethnographic museum in a traditional house, showing domestic life, costumes and crafts from the Black Sea region.
Museum in nearby Pomorie focused on traditional salt extraction, with outdoor displays and insight into local coastal industry.
Historic peninsula of cobbled lanes, old houses and sea views; an essential walking area a short trip from Ravda.
Ravda’s main sandy beach with a broad seafront setting, good for walks, swimming and an easy seaside atmosphere.
Wide dune-backed beach just north of Ravda, valued for open space, calmer stretches and scenic walks along the coast.
Shopska salad of tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers and sirene cheese. A Bulgarian staple, especially popular on the Black Sea coast in summer.
Tarator is a cold yoghurt soup with cucumber, dill, garlic and walnuts. It is a classic refreshing dish for Bulgaria’s hot seaside season.
Sarmi are vine or cabbage leaves stuffed with rice, onions and herbs, often with mince in the traditional version. A festive Bulgarian home-cooking favourite.
Casual seaside restaurant known for grilled fish, mussels and Bulgarian dishes, with a relaxed terrace atmosphere near the beach.
Well-known local venue for seafood, fish and classic Bulgarian plates, popular for generous portions and an easy-going holiday feel.
Traditional-style Bulgarian restaurant serving grilled meats, salads and clay-pot dishes in a friendly, rustic setting.
Budget-friendly for a Black Sea resort. Rooms, casual dining and local buses usually cost less than in major EU beach destinations, especially outside peak summer.
Service may be included, so check the bill first. If not, 5-10% is common in restaurants. Round up in cafés and tip taxis modestly for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Ravda 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 Ravda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sofia to Ravda buses use the Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) to Ravda (Равда) station pair. Use this guide to compare Sofia and Ravda bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара).
Available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Elevators, ramps.
Ravda (Равда) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Ravda (Равда). ATMs are available at Ravda (Равда).
Ticket office support is available at Ravda (Равда).
Available at Ravda (Равда): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ravda (Равда): Limited accessibility features.
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