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Museum der bildenden Künste
Leipzig’s major fine arts museum with strong German painting, modern works, and a bright contemporary building in the city center.
Cheapest price
€119
Average price
€130
Fastest journey
21 h 55 m
Average duration
1 d 9 h 47 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1267 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sofia to Leipzig is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Leipzig will cost around €130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €119.
Of the 5 buses that leave Sofia for Leipzig on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 1267 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 55 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 1 d 20 h 59 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.
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FlixTrainBuses from Sofia to Leipzig run on average 4 times per day, taking around 24h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €66 but you can travel from only €22 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:35, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 787 miles (1267 km) distance in 23h 10m.
Distance 787 miles (1267 km) |
Average bus duration 24h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €66 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 23h 10m |
First bus 1:35 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 30h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 31h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €97 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €119 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 31h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €128 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 31h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 31h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 37h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €94 |
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Leipzig buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 31h10 | 5:00 AM Leipzig, Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 31h55 | 6:15 PM Leipzig, Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 38h55 | 1:15 AM Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe) | 3 transfers | |
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Tip about 5-10% in restaurants or round up the bill. Round up for taxis and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe) -> Leipzig Hauptbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Leipzig by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Leipzig, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sofia to Leipzig buses use the София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) to Leipzig, Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Leipzig, Merkurpromenade (Messe). Use this guide to compare Sofia and Leipzig bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Serdika (in the station), Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km), Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика).
Available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Elevators, ramps.
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