How much does a bus ticket from Bratislava to Sofia cost?

The bus ticket price from Bratislava to Sofia starts at R 704. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bratislava to Sofia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Bratislava to Sofia?

The average travel time between Bratislava and Sofia is around 14h 31m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h. This is the time it takes to travel the 777 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Bratislava and Sofia?

The number of buses from Bratislava to Sofia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bratislava to Sofia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Bratislava to Sofia?

When taking the bus from Bratislava to Sofia, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Racic Eurobus, Union Ivkoni.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bratislava to Sofia?

Buses travelling between Bratislava and Sofia leave from Petržalka Einsteinova or AS Mlynské nivy and arrive at Serdika, Sofia Airport, Central Bus Station.

Bus Bratislava to Sofia from R 633 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bratislava to Sofia on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	05:00	AS Mlynské nivy	12h	18:00	Serdika	CheapestFastest
Bus	23:59	AS Mlynské nivy	14h 31m	15:30	Serdika	No tags
Bus	05:00	Autobusová stanica	12h	18:00	Serdika	No tags
Bus	23:59	Autobusová stanica	14h 31m	15:30	Serdika	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Sofia on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	05:00	AS Mlynské nivy	14h	20:00	Serdika	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 9:19 AM CET.

Get from Bratislava to Sofia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 14 hours 31 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 704, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

14h 31mAverage duration

775 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bratislava and Sofia?

Stops in Bratislava

A
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
B
AS Mlynské nivy
Mlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
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C
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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D
Bratislava Airport
E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
F
BTS Airport
Páričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia
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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

FlixBus

3.5/511 390 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Racic Eurobus

3.5/518 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bratislava to Sofia by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Bratislava to Sofia cost?
The bus ticket price from Bratislava to Sofia starts at R 704. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bratislava to Sofia is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Bratislava to Sofia?
The average travel time between Bratislava and Sofia is around 14h 31m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h. This is the time it takes to travel the 777 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Bratislava and Sofia?
The number of buses from Bratislava to Sofia can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bratislava to Sofia by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Bratislava to Sofia?
When taking the bus from Bratislava to Sofia, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Racic Eurobus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bratislava to Sofia?
Buses travelling between Bratislava and Sofia leave from Petržalka Einsteinova or AS Mlynské nivy and arrive at Serdika, Sofia Airport, Central Bus Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

19/11

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20/11

R 1 960

Today

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22/11

R 638

23/11

R 831

24/11

R 1 947

25/11

R 633

26/11

R 884

The cheapest trip from Bratislava to Sofia was searched and found on 25 Nov 2025 with a price of R 633

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

You can expect to pay from R 633 to R 1 960 for a bus ticket from Bratislava to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 633, which is on 2025-11-25.