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Get from Sofia to Ruse
The journey takes about 4 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Ruse?
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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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
Stops in Ruse
- Abul. "Tsar Osvoboditel" 156, 7012 Ruse, Bulgaria
- B
Petko D. Petkov
Русе, к-с Евас 7, вх. Б ет. 3, 7000 Ruse Center, Ruse, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Ruse 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 Sofia to Ruse?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Ruse start from $30. The average price for this route is around $31. 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 Sofia to Ruse?
The average bus travel time from Sofia to Ruse is 4h 45m, covering a distance of 248 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Ruse route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, Infobus, Grup Plus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Ruse?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Ruse at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Ruse?
A bus trip from Sofia to Ruse generates an estimated 6 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 Sofia to Ruse?
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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Ruse?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sofia to Ruse?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Ruse?
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.
The cheapest trip from Sofia to Ruse was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $27To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Ruse, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $34 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Ruse based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Infobus 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.
