What is the distance between Stara Zagora and Sofia?

The distance separating Stara Zagora and Sofia is 120 miles (193 km).

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

If you're headed to Sofia from Stara Zagora, chances are that your bus will leave from Stara Zagora Avtobusna Zupynka and arrive at Serdika. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Sofia?

Once in Sofia, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Vitosha Boulevard, Boyana Waterfall, National Opera and Ballet, Saint Nedelja Church and Food Tour.

Bus Stara Zagora to Sofia from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Stara Zagora to Sofia on November 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	7:45pm	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 20m	11:05pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Stara Zagora to Sofia on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:04am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 24m	9:28am	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:07am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	2h 53m	1:00pm	Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	4:00am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	4h	8:00am	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:41pm	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 4m	7:45pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:04am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 24m	9:28am	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Stara Zagora to Sofia on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:02am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 19m	8:21am	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	10:07am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	2h 53m	1:00pm	Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1	Fastest
Bus	4:00am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	4h	8:00am	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:04am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 24m	9:28am	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:02am	Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka	3h 19m	8:21am	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 $18, 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
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

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. Travelers 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 $19

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.

April 22, 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.

October 16, 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.

January 12, 2020

Doris

4.5/514 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness5

Wifi4

Based on 14 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Doris ticket prices on this trip start at $18

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.

March 1, 2024

Infobus

4/5490 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

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

What is the distance between Stara Zagora and Sofia?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Stara Zagora to Sofia?
What are the best sights and things to do in Sofia?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/24

$16

11/25

$18

Today

$18

11/27

$16

11/28

$16

11/29

$16

11/30

$16

12/01

$16

The cheapest trip from Stara Zagora to Sofia was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $16

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 $16 to $19 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 $16 which is on 2025-11-28.

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.