How much is the bus ticket from Bansko to Sofia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bansko to Sofia start from $15. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Bansko to Sofia?

The average bus trip duration from Bansko to Sofia is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 59 miles (95 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 43m and is operated by Traventuria .

Which bus companies service the Bansko to Sofia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 49 buses available per day, including services from Traventuria , Union Ivkoni , LIKEBUS .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bansko to Sofia?

The earliest bus departs from Bansko to Sofia at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:58pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bansko to Sofia?

A bus trip from Bansko to Sofia generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bansko to Sofia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Traventuria , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bansko to Sofia?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company LIKEBUS has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bansko to Sofia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Traventuria , with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bansko to Sofia?

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

Bus Bansko to Sofia from $13 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on January 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	12:35am	Bansko Gondola (Traventuria Ski)	2h 2m	2:37am	Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapad	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:40am	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 2m	3:42am	Sofia Airport (SOF) T2	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:05am	Bansko Gondola (Traventuria Ski)	2h 2m	11:07am	Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapad	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:05am	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 27m	8:32am	Sofia Airport (SOF) T2	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on January 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:05am	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 27m	3:32am	Sofia Airport (SOF) T2	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 27m	8:27am	Sofia Airport (SOF) T2	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:11am	Bansko Gondola (Traventuria Ski)	2h 3m	11:14am	Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapad	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:40am	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 40m	9:20am	Sofia Airport (SOF) T2	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on January 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:41pm	Bansko Gondola (Traventuria Ski)	2h 3m	7:44pm	Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapad	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:11am	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 27m	2:38am	Sofia Airport (SOF) T2	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	2:55pm	Bansko Gondola (Traventuria Ski)	2h 3m	4:58pm	Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapad	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:40am	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 40m	9:20am	Sofia Airport (SOF) T2	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:40 AM EET.

Get from Bansko to Sofia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

49bus per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

59 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bansko and Sofia?

Stops in Bansko

A
Akademik Yordan Ivanov
ul. "Akademik Yordan Ivanov" 1, 2770 Bansko, Bulgaria

Stops in Sofia

A
Sofia Airport
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B
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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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
E
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria

Compare bus companies

Traventuria

4/550 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.2

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.4

Users consistently praise the service for its punctuality, friendly and helpful staff, and smooth rides. Many reviews highlight easy pick-up and drop-off experiences with drivers who go above and beyond to assist passengers. The overall sentiment reflects a high level of satisfaction with timely arrivals contributing positively to travel plans.

Traventuria Bansko Sofia recent customer reviews

I am satisfied with the services, punctual, nice staff, very polite and helpful drivers.

Barbara M.

March 5, 2024

The driver came early, and we arrived at the destination an entire hour early. Literally saving my life

Valon L.

March 4, 2024

Yes I enyoyed well

Marcin K.

September 4, 2025

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,974 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

Users have shared positive experiences regarding the punctuality and safety of this bus service, with drivers being noted as friendly. However, some concerns were raised about noise issues during travel and a lack of functional seats or phone charging options on certain buses. Regular maintenance checks might enhance passenger comfort further.

Union Ivkoni Bansko Sofia recent customer reviews

Some of the busses should be upgraded. Most of the seats were not functional and non of those buses I used didn’t have charging phone options. Other than that, drivers were friendly and safety drivers.

Miroslav K.

August 7, 2025

Bus broke down on the way several times. Driver continued to move on after eventually we continued from Dupnitza to Sofia with another regular bus. To the Company Union Ivkoni: have replacement buses available at all times and drivers should communicate better with their passengers.

Dorothea E.

October 15, 2024

i had seat 44. so quite far back. the whole journey there was a lot of noise. there were several metal bars hitting the bus floor from below. it was just awful. maybe the buses should be checked regularly and then repaired. the journey from bansko to sofia was an imposition. this is also very important for the passengers and for driving safety. or is it not necessary to take this so seriously in bulgaria? i don't know the regulations. sorry, i'm german.

Ulrich B.

September 2, 2024

LIKEBUS

3.5/527 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

BG bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bansko 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 Bansko to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bansko to Sofia start from $15. The average price for this route is around $38. 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 Bansko to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Bansko to Sofia is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 59 miles (95 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 43m and is operated by Traventuria.
Which bus companies service the Bansko to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 49 buses available per day, including services from Traventuria, Union Ivkoni, LIKEBUS.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bansko to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Bansko to Sofia at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:58pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bansko to Sofia?
A bus trip from Bansko to Sofia generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bansko to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Traventuria, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 49 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bansko to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company LIKEBUS has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bansko to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Traventuria, with a punctuality rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bansko to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Traventuria, 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

01/04

$30

01/05

$13

Today

$13

01/07

$13

01/08

$13

01/09

$13

01/10

$13

01/11

$13

The cheapest trip from Bansko to Sofia was searched and found on Jan 5, 2026 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 Bansko to Sofia, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $13 to $42 for a bus ticket from Bansko to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2026-01-09.

Usually Traventuria 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.