Bus from Sofia to Kardzali: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sofia to Kardzali on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Grup PlusBus
Sofia Central Bus Station
Kardzhali Bus StationCheapest
Grup PlusBus
Sofia Central Bus Station
Kardzhali Bus StationFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 11:47 AM EET.

Get from Sofia to Kardzali

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
4hAverage Duration
208 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Kardzali by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Kardzali?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Kardzali start from $26. The average price for this route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Sofia to Kardzali?

    The average bus travel time from Sofia to Kardzali is 4h, covering a distance of 208 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by Grup Plus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Sofia to Kardzali route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Grup Plus, Infobus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Kardzali?

    The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Kardzali at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Kardzali?

    A bus trip from Sofia to Kardzali generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Sofia to Kardzali?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 96 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Kardzali?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sofia to Kardzali?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Kardzali?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-27
$23
11-28
$23
Today
$23
11-30
$24
12-01
$23
12-02
$25
12-03
$23
12-04
$23
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sofia to Kardzali was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $23

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Kardzali, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $23 to $31 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Kardzali based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2025-12-01.

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