- Must visit
National Archaeological Museum
One of Sofia’s key museums, displaying Thracian treasures, Roman finds, and medieval artifacts in a former mosque.
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
1 h 20 m
Average duration
1 h 36 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
78 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Blagoevgrad to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blagoevgrad to Sofia will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 7 buses that leave Blagoevgrad for Sofia on Sat, Jun 13, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 13 the direct buses cover the 78 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest buses will take 1 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Blagoevgrad to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 48 miles (78 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price | $5 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Blagoevgrad to Sofia:
A train is $3 (€3) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Blagoevgrad to Sofia costing on average $9 (€7).
Other travel options to Sofia take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 31m.
Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $26 (€21) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $18 (€14). The journey takes 1h 41m versus 1h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, Union Ivkoni, FlixBus, Chona, BG Razpisanie.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 02:48PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 03:48PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:48PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h42 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:13PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 1h32 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
The table below shows live departures for Blagoevgrad to Sofia buses for today, Friday, June 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:20 PM Blagoevgrad, Bus Station | 1h50 | 3:10 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 PM Blagoevgrad, Bus Station | 1h40 | 5:50 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Blagoevgrad, Bus Station | 2h00 | 6:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:48 PM Blagoevgrad, Bus Station | 1h42 | 7:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:13 PM Blagoevgrad, Bus Station | 1h32 | 7:45 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Blagoevgrad, Bus Station | 1h20 | 8:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 13 | |||||
![]() | 8:15 AM Blagoevgrad, Bus Station | 1h45 | 10:00 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Blagoevgrad to Sofia run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest bus covers the 48 miles (78 km) distance in 1h 20m.
Distance 48 miles (78 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 20m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:57 PM |
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Discover the best of Sofia — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Sofia trip today.
One of Sofia’s key museums, displaying Thracian treasures, Roman finds, and medieval artifacts in a former mosque.
Bulgaria’s largest history museum, covering Thracian, medieval, and modern heritage with major gold and archaeological collections.
Housed in the former Central Mineral Baths, this museum presents Sofia’s urban history through archaeology, design, and civic life exhibits.
Sofia’s main pedestrian boulevard, lined with shops and terraces, with classic views toward Vitosha Mountain.
Sofia’s best-known park, offering lakes, sports grounds, monuments, and spacious walking areas favored by locals.
Historic central park beside the National Theatre, popular for short walks, people-watching, and a classic Sofia atmosphere.
Bulgaria’s signature salad of tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, and grated sirene cheese. It is a staple in Sofia and a classic start to a traditional meal.
A beloved pastry made with layers of filo and a filling of eggs and white cheese. It is one of the most common traditional breakfasts in Sofia.
A cold yogurt soup with cucumber, dill, garlic, and walnuts, especially popular in warm weather. It is refreshing and strongly associated with Bulgarian home cooking.
One of Sofia’s established old-style Bulgarian restaurants, famous for traditional recipes, grilled meats, and tavern-style ambiance under large trees.
A polished central Sofia restaurant focused on Bulgarian cuisine and regional wines, offering a more refined setting while keeping traditional flavors.
A well-known traditional Bulgarian restaurant with rustic decor, folk atmosphere, and a broad menu of classic dishes such as banitsa, kavarma, and grills.
Affordable by European capital standards. Meals, coffee, and local transport are low cost, while upscale dining and central hotels cost more.
A 10% tip is common in restaurants if service is good. Round up for taxis. Small tips are appreciated in cafes, bars, salons, and for hotel staff, but not mandatory.
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