What's the distance between Stara Zagora and Sofia by coach?

The distance between Stara Zagora and Sofia by coach is approximately 120 miles (193 km).

What is the best way to go from Stara Zagora to Sofia without a car?

The best way to go from Stara Zagora to Sofia without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Stara Zagora to Sofia from £13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Stara Zagora to Sofia on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:41	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 4m	19:45	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:07	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	2h 53m	13:00	Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	10:07	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 8m	13:15	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	16:41	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 4m	19:45	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	15:30	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h	18:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Stara Zagora to Sofia on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:02	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 19m	08:21	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:07	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	2h 53m	13:00	Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	04:00	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	4h	08:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	06:04	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 24m	09:28	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	05:02	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 19m	08:21	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

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Get from Stara Zagora to Sofia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just £14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

3h 20mAverage duration

119 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Stara Zagora and Sofia?

Stops in Stara Zagora

A
Stara Zagora Avtobusna Zupynka
bul. Slavjanski 64, 6002 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
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B
Blvd Slavianski
bul. Slavjanski 45, 6002 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
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C
General Gurko
ul. "General Gurko" 46, 6000 Stara Zagora Centre, Stara Zagora, Bulgaria

Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
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C
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria

Compare bus companies

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

According to 15 reviews, Union Ivkoni received a 4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness, but some complained about the ticket access. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at £15

Union Ivkoni Stara Zagora Sofia recent customer reviews

The service was punctual. As a foreigner this was important to me. The coach was also clean and to a good standard too.

Robert S.

22 April 2024

Unfortunately there were no toilets on the bus despite advertising it as such. The bus also did not stop foe a rocket break.

Syed Abbas Z.

16 October 2022

They cancelled the bus, and didn't inform me. They put me on another bus from Etap bus company, which arrived 25 minutes late - instead of 22:50h it was 23:15, and I barely caught my next bus at 23:30h at another bus station. The driver was very friendly and did his best, but his schedule was too tight.

Angel M.

12 January 2020

Infobus

4/5490 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

Doris

4.5/514 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5

WiFi4

Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Doris ticket prices on this trip start at £14

Doris Stara Zagora Sofia recent customer reviews

Everything was ok, just the driver can be little bit more polite! He looks stressed and rude without smile!

Diana I.

1 March 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Stara Zagora to Sofia

What's the distance between Stara Zagora and Sofia by coach?
The distance between Stara Zagora and Sofia by coach is approximately 120 miles (193 km).
What is the best way to go from Stara Zagora to Sofia without a car?
The best way to go from Stara Zagora to Sofia without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

20/11

£14

21/11

£13

Today

£13

23/11

£13

24/11

£13

25/11

£13

26/11

£13

27/11

£13

The cheapest trip from Stara Zagora to Sofia was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of £13

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

You can expect to pay from £13 to £15 for a bus ticket from Stara Zagora to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £13, which is on 2025-11-25.

Usually Union Ivkoni 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.