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Archaeological Museum Nessebar
An archaeological museum presenting artefacts from ancient Mesembria, a practical first stop for understanding the history of nearby Nessebar.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sofia to Sunny Beach
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 02 Sept
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£26
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
6 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
7 h 20 m
Buses on 02 Sept
6
Distance
358 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Sunny Beach is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Sunny Beach will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Fast coaches
On Wed 02 Sept, we found 6 buses from Sofia to Sunny Beach, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 358 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 39 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 8 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.
11:008h08Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)19:08Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara£201One-way0 changes- 10:007h10Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)17:10Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara£211One-way0 changes
- 17:007h20Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)0:20Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara£211One-way0 changes
- 23:307h25Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)6:55Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara£211One-way0 changes
- 0:016h39Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)6:40Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara£211One-way0 changes
- 0:016h39Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)6:40Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara£211One-way0 changes
- 10:007h10Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)17:10Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara£211One-way0 changes
- 17:007h20Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)0:20Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara£211One-way0 changes
- 23:307h25Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)6:55Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara£211One-way0 changes
- 11:008h08Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)19:08Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara£201One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Sofia to Sunny Beach
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Sunny Beach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a flight costs an average of £82.
Distance: 358 km
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£22 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price |
7h 4m Average total duration 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Sofia to Sunny Beach bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Sunny Beach coaches for tomorrow, Wednesday 2 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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| 0:01 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 6h39 | 6:40 Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:00 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 7h10 | 17:10 Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:00 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 8h08 | 19:08 Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara | 0 changesdirect | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:15 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 18h20 | 7:35 Sunny Beach, AZS "Dega" (Слънчев бряг, АЗС "Dega") | 1 change | |
| 17:00 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 7h20 | 0:20 Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara | 0 changesdirect |
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Why should you book Sofia to Sunny Beach coaches with Omio?
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Union Ivkoni International, but also compare tickets for the likes of City Lines, Group Plus or Union Ivkoni to find the best option for your trip from Sofia to Sunny Beach.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Sunny Beach
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Buses from Sofia to Sunny Beach run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 358 km distance in 6h 30m.
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 358 km |
Average bus duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 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
Complete guide to Sunny Beach
Things to do in Sunny Beach
Discover the best of Sunny Beach — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sunny Beach trip today.
- Recommended
Ethnographic Museum Nessebar
A compact ethnographic museum in a traditional house, showing local costumes, household objects, and everyday life from the Black Sea region.
- Recommended
Church of Saint Stephen
A historical church museum with preserved wall paintings and architecture, rewarding visitors who want art and history in one short visit.
- Must visit
Nessebar Old Town
The ancient peninsula’s cobbled lanes, timber houses, churches, and sea panoramas make this the essential walking area near Sunny Beach.
- Must visit
Sunny Beach Promenade
A long sandy beach with a broad promenade, popular for sea views, evening walks, and easy access to shops and leisure facilities.
- Recommended
Sunny Beach North Beach
A sheltered strip of dunes and sand north of the main resort, favoured for quieter walks and a more natural seaside setting.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Tarator
Cold yoghurt, cucumber, dill and walnut soup, prized in summer on the Black Sea coast for its refreshing taste and strong Bulgarian yoghurt tradition.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Shopska Salata
Shopska salad combines tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onion and grated sirene cheese. It is a national favourite and a common starter in Bulgarian seaside taverns.
- Gluten-free
Kebapche
Grilled minced pork and beef rolls seasoned with cumin and pepper. They are a staple of Bulgarian barbecue culture and often served with chips or salad.
100% Family Restaurant
Smart seafront dining with fish, shellfish and international dishes. Good option for a more polished meal near the beach.
Djanny
Traditional Bulgarian restaurant with a rustic atmosphere, live music and grilled meats, salads and regional dishes popular with visitors.
The Old House
Large established restaurant known for seafood, Bulgarian dishes and a lively garden setting suited to relaxed holiday dinners.
Bulgarian lev (лв.)
Sunny Beach is budget-friendly versus many European resorts, with low-cost eats, modest local transport and a wide spread of accommodation outside peak season.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- 12-20 лв. for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- 25-45 лв. per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- 50+ лв. per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- 3-6 лв. for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
A 5-10% tip is usual in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis; small cash tips are appreciated.
BurgasBus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 1,50 лв.
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Слънчев бряг -> Автогара Слънчев бряг
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Bank cards, phones and watches can be validated on Burgasbus vehicles; the official Burgas fare notice says this works like a single ticket.
- Sunny Beach services are shown on the official Nesebar municipal transport timetable; check the latest seasonal timetable before travelling.
FAQs: Sofia to Sunny Beach coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Sunny Beach 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 Sunny Beach, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Sofia to Sunny Beach can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sofia to Sunny Beach is £22; 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 Sunny Beach is 6h 30m to travel the 358 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 Sunny Beach leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Sofia to Sunny Beach leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 3 direct coaches a day from Sofia to Sunny Beach with Union Ivkoni International, City Lines, Group Plus, Union Ivkoni. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Sofia to Sunny Beach, you can count on Union Ivkoni International, City Lines, Group Plus, Union Ivkoni for the best way to get you to Sunny Beach. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Sofia and Sunny Beach and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Sofia , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2), Sofia (София) . When arriving in Sunny Beach , you can end your route in coach stations like Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara, Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag), Nessebar (Несебър).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Sunny Beach from Sofia is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Sofia to Sunny Beach is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Sofia and Sunny Beach including taking a coach and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Sofia to Sunny Beach:
- City Lines
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Sofia to Sunny Beach for coach company Union Ivkoni International, City Lines.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Sofia to Sunny Beach depends on the coach companies:
- City Lines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
- 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Union Ivkoni International, City Lines.
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 Sunny Beach.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Sofia to Sunny Beach:
- City Lines
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Sofia to Sunny Beach:
- City Lines
- 10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Sofia to Sunny Beach. The following conditions apply:
- City Lines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Sofia to Sunny Beach with the following coach company: Union Ivkoni International, City Lines
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Sofia to Sunny Beach with the following coach company: Union Ivkoni International, City Lines.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Sofia to Sunny Beach with the following coach company: Union Ivkoni International, City Lines.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sofia and Sunny Beach
Most Sofia to Sunny Beach buses use the Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) to Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara station pair, with some services arriving at Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag). Use this guide to compare Sofia and Sunny Beach 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 Sunny Beach
Which Sofia station do buses to Sunny Beach leave from?
Buses from Sofia to Sunny Beach leave from Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара). The station is 1 km from Sofia city centre at Centralna Avtogara, 100 Knyaginya Maria Luiza Blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria.
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)Centralna Avtogara, 100 Knyaginya Maria Luiza Blvd, Sofia, Bulgaria
City-centre transport
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:
Bus78 · 13m · every ~5 min
Subway2 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~20 min
M2 · 4m · every ~16 min
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.
София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)
City-centre transport
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
Bus78 · 13m · every ~5 min
Subway2 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~20 min
M2 · 4m · every ~16 min
Sofia (София)Central Bus Station - Sofia, Tsentralna, bul. "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
City-centre transport
Getting to Sofia (София) from Sofia city centre
Bus36h 31m · £357
38h 30m
39h 1m · £272
57h 18m · £223
Sofia (София) bus station facilities and services
Sofia (София) 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 cafes available nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sofia (София). ATMs are aTM machines available onsite.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia (София).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia (София): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia (София): Facilities are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Which Sunny Beach station do buses from Sofia arrive at?
Buses from Sofia to Sunny Beach most often arrive at Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara. Some services arrive at Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Sunny Beach arrival station.
Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), AvtogaraSlnchev bryag, Avtogara, 8240 Sunny Beach, Bulgaria
City-centre transport
Getting to Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara from Sunny Beach city centre
Bus10, 20, 30
Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara bus station facilities and services
Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Avtogara (in the station), Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km), Fast Food Express (0.3 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Слънчев бряг (Slunchev Briag), Avtogara: Ramps.
Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag)Sunny Beach, Bulgaria
City-centre transport
Getting to Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag) from Sunny Beach city centre
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Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag) bus station facilities and services
Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag). ATMs are available at Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Слънчев бряг (Slanchev Bryag): Accessible ramps and entryways available.
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