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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Estación Sur | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Estación Sur | Serdika | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Madrid (South) | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Estación Sur | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Madrid (South) | Serdika | No tags |
Get from Madrid to Sofia
The journey takes about 2 days, 11 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $204, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madrid and Sofia?
Stops in Madrid
- BMendez Alvaro, 83, , Madrid, 28045, Spain
- CAvenida de América, 9, 28002 Madrid, Spain
- DPlaza Moncloa, 671, 28008 Madrid, Spain
- E
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla
Madrid Interc. Plaza Castilla, 28046 Madrid, Spain - F
Ronda de Valencia 6
Ronda de Valencia 6, 28012 Madrid, Spain
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Ebulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Madrid to Sofia by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Madrid to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madrid to Sofia start from $204. The average price for this route is around $344. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Madrid to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Madrid to Sofia is 2d 11h, covering a distance of 2242 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 23h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Madrid to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Madrid to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Madrid to Sofia at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madrid to Sofia?
A bus trip from Madrid to Sofia generates an estimated 56 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Madrid to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madrid to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Madrid to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Madrid to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Madrid to Sofia was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $201To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $201 to $361 for a bus ticket from Madrid to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $201 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
