4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sofia to Sandanski
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h
Buses per day
4
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Sandanski is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Sandanski will cost around £9 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 Sandanski 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 126 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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.
6:403h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)9:40Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара)£91One-way0 changes- 15:302h55Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)18:25Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара)£91One-way0 changes
- 10:302h50Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)13:20Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара)£91One-way0 changes
- 8:103h15Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)11:25Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара)£91One-way0 changes
- 10:302h50Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)13:20Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара)£91One-way0 changes
- 15:302h55Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)18:25Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара)£91One-way0 changes
- 6:403h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)9:40Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара)£91One-way0 changes
- 8:103h15Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)11:25Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара)£91One-way0 changes
Live departures
Sofia to Sandanski bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Sandanski coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:40 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h00 | 9:40 Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:10 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 3h15 | 11:25 Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:30 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 2h50 | 13:20 Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:30 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 2h55 | 18:25 Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Sandanski
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Buses from Sofia to Sandanski run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:40, the last at 17:00. The fastest coach covers the 126 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 126 km |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 6:40 |
Last bus 17:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, FlixBus from Sofia to SandanskiYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Sandanski with Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, FlixBus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sofia to Sandanski coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Sandanski 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 Sandanski, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- 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.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sofia and Sandanski
Most Sofia to Sandanski buses use the Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) to Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара) station pair. Use this guide to compare Sofia and Sandanski bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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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.
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