4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zagreb to Sofia
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
12 h 15 m
Average duration
12 h 30 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
680 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zagreb to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Sofia will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £44.
Of the 5 buses that leave Zagreb for Sofia every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 680 km distance in an average of 12 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 13 h 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.
4:3012h30Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor)18:00Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)£441One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:4512h15Zagreb, Bus Station20:00София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£451One-way0 changes- FlixBus20:2012h15Zagreb, Bus Station9:35София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£501One-way0 changes
- 20:3013h00Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor)10:30Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)£561One-way0 changes
- 23:3012h30Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor)13:00Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)£561One-way0 changes
- FlixBus6:4512h15Zagreb, Bus Station20:00София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£451One-way0 changes
- FlixBus20:2012h15Zagreb, Bus Station9:35София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)£501One-way0 changes
- 23:3012h30Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor)13:00Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)£561One-way0 changes
- 4:3012h30Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor)18:00Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)£441One-way0 changes
- 20:3013h00Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor)10:30Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)£561One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Zagreb to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a flight costs an average of £15.
Distance: 680 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£40 Average Price Cheapest | £177 Average Price |
10h 47m Average total duration 10h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration Fastest 3h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zagreb to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Sofia coaches for today, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus | 6:45 Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h15 | 20:00 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 20:20 Zagreb, Bus Station | 12h15 | 9:35 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| 4:30 Zagreb, Strojarska cesta (Autobusni Kolodvor) | 12h30 | 18:00 Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zagreb to Sofia
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Buses from Zagreb to Sofia run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £15 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 680 km distance in 12h 0m.
Distance 680 km |
Average bus duration 10h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 12h 0m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 91 days |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Infobus from Zagreb to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Zagreb to Sofia with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, Infobus for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zagreb to Sofia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb to Sofia 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 Sofia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zagreb and Sofia
Most Zagreb to Sofia buses use the Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) station pair, with some services arriving at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика). Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Zagreb station do buses to Sofia leave from?
Getting to Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor from Zagreb city centre
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor bus station facilities and services
Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Zagreb (in the station), Bakery Delight (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb, Autobusni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
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.
Getting to София, (Sofia) from Sofia city centre
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