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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia
Cheapest price
15€
Average price
16€
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia will cost around 16€ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 15€.
Of the 7 buses that leave Veliko Tarnovo for Sofia every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 193 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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.
6:15 AM3h15Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)9:30 AMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)15 €1One-way0 changes- 3:15 AM3h45Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)7:00 AMSofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика)15 €1One-way0 changes
- 9:30 PM3h35Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)1:05 AMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)15 €1One-way0 changes
- 9:20 AM3h15Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)12:35 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)15 €1One-way0 changes
011:30 PM3h15Veliko Tarnovo2:45 AMSofia17 €1One-way0 changes
- 6:15 AM3h15Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)9:30 AMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)15 €1One-way0 changes
- 9:20 AM3h15Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)12:35 PMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)15 €1One-way0 changes
012:15 AM3h15Veliko Tarnovo3:30 AMSofia18 €1One-way0 changes- 011:30 PM3h15Veliko Tarnovo2:45 AMSofia17 €1One-way0 changes
- 9:30 PM3h35Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг)1:05 AMSofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)15 €1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 11€. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of 11€, and a coach costs an average of 13€.
Distance: 193 km
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15€ Average Price | 11€ Average Price Cheapest |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia coaches for tomorrow, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 0 | 12:15 AM Veliko Tarnovo | 3h15 | 3:30 AM Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 12:15 AM Veliko Tarnovo | 3h45 | 4:00 AM Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3:15 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h45 | 7:00 AM Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:15 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h15 | 9:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:20 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h15 | 12:35 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:30 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h35 | 1:05 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 11:30 PM Veliko Tarnovo | 3h15 | 2:45 AM Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia
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Buses from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 13€ but you can travel from only 11€ by train.
There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:41. The fastest coach covers the 193 km distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 193 km |
Average bus duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price 13€ |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 3h 15m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 70 days |
Bus providers: Group Plus, Union Ivkoni International, Global Biomet, Infobus, Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет), Grup Plus - Etap Adresss from Veliko Tarnovo to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia with Group Plus, Union Ivkoni International, Global Biomet, Infobus, Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет), Grup Plus - Etap Adresss for as low as 11€. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Global Biomet
Infobus
Union Ivkoni International
Group Plus
Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет)
Grup Plus - Etap Adresss
FAQs: Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Veliko Tarnovo 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.
- Global Biomet
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Global Biomet
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Global Biomet
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x40x20) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Global Biomet
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Global Biomet
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Veliko Tarnovo and Sofia
Most Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia buses use the Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) to Sofia (София) station pair, with some services arriving at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара). Use this guide to compare Veliko Tarnovo and Sofia bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Veliko Tarnovo station do buses to Sofia leave from?
Getting to Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) from Veliko Tarnovo city centre
Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) is 1 km from Veliko Tarnovo city centre. Public transport options include:
Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) bus station facilities and services
Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) 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 cafe available at the station.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново). ATMs are available at Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново): Ramp available for wheelchair access.
Which Sofia station do buses from Veliko Tarnovo arrive at?
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 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 Sofia, Sofia International Airport (T1) (София, Летище София (T1)) from Sofia city centre
Most popular buses to and from Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo
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