4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sofia to Bucharest
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
31S$
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
54S$
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
5 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
6 h 4 m
Buses on 28 Sept
10
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Bucharest will cost around 54S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 31S$.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 10 buses from Sofia to Bucharest, including 10 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 296 km distance in an average of 6 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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.
10:00 PM7h15Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)5:15 AMBucurești, Autogara Militari31 S$1One-way0 changes
09:00 AM7h15Sofia4:15 PMBucharest47 S$1One-way0 changes
FlixBus11:25 PM6h35София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)6:00 AMBucurești, Autogara Militari51 S$1One-way0 changes- FlixBus1:15 PM7h05София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)8:20 PMBucurești, Autogara Militari57 S$1One-way0 changes
6:00 PM5h50Sofia11:50 PMBucharest59 S$1One-way0 changes
08:30 PM5h45Sofia2:15 AMBucharest61 S$1One-way0 changes- 6:00 PM5h50Sofia11:50 PMBucharest59 S$1One-way0 changes
6:00 PM5h50Sofia11:50 PMBucharest59 S$1One-way0 changes
06:00 PM6h25Sofia12:25 AMBucharest60 S$1One-way0 changes- 6:00 PM6h30Sofia12:30 AMBucharest59 S$1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Sofia to Bucharest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Bucharest coaches for today, Sunday, 27 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 7h15 | 5:15 AM București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:25 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 6h35 | 6:00 AM București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday, 28 September | |||||
| 0 | 9:00 AM Sofia | 7h15 | 4:15 PM Bucharest | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:15 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 7h05 | 8:20 PM București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:00 PM Sofia | 5h50 | 11:50 PM Bucharest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:00 PM Sofia | 5h50 | 11:50 PM Bucharest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:00 PM Sofia | 6h30 | 12:30 AM Bucharest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:00 PM Sofia | 6h30 | 12:30 AM Bucharest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 6:00 PM Sofia | 6h25 | 12:25 AM Bucharest | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Bucharest
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Romania
Buses from Sofia to Bucharest run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 17S$ if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:48, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 296 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 296 km |
Average bus duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price 17S$ |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 2:48 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: Infobus, FlixBus, Pegasus, Euroticket, LikeBus, Union Ivkoni International, TM Likebus I, Max Trans from Sofia to BucharestYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Bucharest with Infobus, FlixBus, Pegasus, Euroticket, LikeBus, Union Ivkoni International, TM Likebus I, Max Trans for as low as 17S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Sofia to Bucharest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Bucharest 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 Bucharest, 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 Sofia and Bucharest
Most Sofia to Bucharest buses use the Sofia (София) to București station pair, with some services arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Use this guide to compare Sofia and Bucharest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Sofia station do buses to Bucharest leave from?
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 София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
Getting to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) from Sofia city centre
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) bus station facilities and services
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to București, Autogara Militari from Bucharest city centre
Getting to București from Bucharest city centre
București bus station facilities and services
București has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several small food stalls available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at București. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at București.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at București: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at București: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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