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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- €15
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- €16
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 3 h
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 3 h 12 m
- Buses on 13 Nov
- 16
- 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.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 16 buses from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia, including 16 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 193 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 15 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 AM 3h15 Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) 9:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) €15 1 One-way 0 changes9:30 PM 3h35 Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) 1:05 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) €15 1 One-way 0 changes3:15 AM 3h45 Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) 7:00 AM Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) €15 1 One-way 0 changes3:00 PM 3h40 Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) 6:40 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) €15 1 One-way 0 changes11:10 AM 3h40 Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) 2:50 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) €15 1 One-way 0 changes
012:16 PM 3h00 Veliko Tarnovo 3:16 PM Sofia €18 1 One-way 0 changes6:15 AM 3h15 Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) 9:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) €15 1 One-way 0 changes- 0
3:00 AM 3h15 Veliko Tarnovo 6:15 AM Sofia €18 1 One-way 0 changes - 0
11:30 PM 3h15 Veliko Tarnovo 2:45 AM Sofia €18 1 One-way 0 changes - 0
1:00 AM 3h15 Veliko Tarnovo 4:15 AM Sofia €18 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia
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Buses from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 15 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:41. The fastest coach covers the 193 km distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 193 km |
Average bus duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 15 |
Fastest bus 1h 56m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:41 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia trip
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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 today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:45 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h25 | 8:10 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 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 | |
| 8:50 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h35 | 12:25 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:10 AM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h40 | 2:50 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:30 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h50 | 4:20 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3:00 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h40 | 6:40 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3:01 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h31 | 6:32 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:30 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h30 | 9:00 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 | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
 0 | 12:15 AM Veliko Tarnovo | 3h45 | 4:00 AM Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 12:15 AM Veliko Tarnovo | 3h15 | 3:30 AM Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 1:00 AM Veliko Tarnovo | 3h15 | 4:15 AM Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 3:00 AM Veliko Tarnovo | 3h15 | 6:15 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 | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Veliko Tarnovo and Sofia
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- 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.
- 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).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Veliko Tarnovo and Sofia
Most Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia buses use the Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) station pair, with some services arriving at Sofia (София). 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.
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, 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 (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, 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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