4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bratislava to Sofia
Cheapest price
67RM
Average price
117RM
Fastest journey
14 h 15 m
Average duration
18 h 11 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
776 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bratislava to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bratislava to Sofia will cost around 117RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 67RM.
Of the 13 buses that leave Bratislava for Sofia every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 776 km distance in an average of 18 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 14 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 20 h 25 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.
FlixBus5:30 PM16h40Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy11:10 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)67 RM1One-way0 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:45 PM20h25Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)11:10 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)85 RM1One-way2 changes
73139232:30 AM14h15Bratislava4:45 PMSofia91 RM1One-way0 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus9:45 AM22h50Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)9:35 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)113 RM1One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus2:20 PM19h50Bratislava, Most SNP11:10 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)116 RM1One-way2 changes
- 73139232:30 AM14h15Bratislava4:45 PMSofia91 RM1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus5:30 PM16h40Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy11:10 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)67 RM1One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus2:23 PM19h47Bratislava, Einsteinova11:10 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)119 RM1One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus2:20 PM19h50Bratislava, Most SNP11:10 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)116 RM1One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus1:45 PM20h25Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik)11:10 AMСофия, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)85 RM1One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Bratislava to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 38RM. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 38RM, and a flight costs an average of 159RM.
Distance: 776 km
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59RM Average Price Cheapest | 188RM Average Price |
15h 57m Average total duration 15h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bratislava to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Sofia coaches for today, Thursday, 13 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 22h05 | 8:00 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:20 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 21h40 | 8:00 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:23 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 21h37 | 8:00 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 21h00 | 8:00 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 23h45 | 11:45 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 23h20 | 11:45 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:35 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 23h10 | 11:45 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:38 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 23h07 | 11:45 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| Friday, 14 August | |||||
| 7313923 | 2:30 AM Bratislava | 14h15 | 4:45 PM Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 22h50 | 9:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 AM Bratislava, Most SNP | 22h15 | 9:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:23 AM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 22h12 | 9:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 21h30 | 9:35 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:45 PM Bratislava, Ivanská cesta (Letisko MR Štefánik) | 20h25 | 11:10 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 PM Bratislava, Most SNP | 19h50 | 11:10 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:23 PM Bratislava, Einsteinova | 19h47 | 11:10 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus | 5:30 PM Bratislava, Bus Station Nivy | 16h40 | 11:10 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bratislava to Sofia
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Buses from Bratislava to Sofia run on average 10 times per day, taking around 15h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 38RM if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:45, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 776 km distance in 14h 31m.
Distance 776 km |
Average bus duration 15h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price 38RM |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 14h 31m |
First bus 1:45 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, RACIC, Infobus, Racic Eurobus from Bratislava to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Bratislava to Sofia with Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, RACIC, Infobus, Racic Eurobus for as low as 38RM. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bratislava to Sofia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bratislava to Sofia by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sofia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bratislava and Sofia
Most Bratislava to Sofia buses use the Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) station pair, with some services arriving at Sofia (София). Use this guide to compare Bratislava and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Bratislava station do buses to Sofia leave from?
Getting to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy bus station facilities and services
Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Mlynské (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bistro Nivy (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bratislava, Most SNP from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava, Most SNP bus station facilities and services
Bratislava, Most SNP has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava, Most SNP: Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Most SNP: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Bratislava, Einsteinova from Bratislava city centre
Bratislava, Einsteinova is 1 km from Bratislava city centre. Public transport options include:
Bratislava, Einsteinova bus station facilities and services
Bratislava, Einsteinova has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bratislava, Einsteinova. ATMs are aTM located inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bratislava, Einsteinova.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bratislava, Einsteinova: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bratislava, Einsteinova: Station has ramps for disabled access.
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
Getting to Sofia (София) from Sofia city centre
Sofia (София) bus station facilities and services
Sofia (София) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small cafes available nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sofia (София). ATMs are aTM machines available onsite.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia (София).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia (София): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia (София): Facilities are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) from Sofia city centre
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) bus station facilities and services
Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Serdika (in the station), Bistro Bulgaria (0.2 km), Sofia Grill House (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика): Elevators, ramps.
Most popular bus connections from Bratislava
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