Sofia to Frankfurt Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Sofia and Frankfurt?

The distance between these two places is a total of 1072 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Sofia and Frankfurt?

The average travel time between the stations is 13:00 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Sofia to Frankfurt?

The ticket prices begin from £86.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Sofia to Frankfurt?

The average number of daily departures is 3. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: Are all the buses direct on the route from Sofia to Frankfurt?

The majority of the coaches are direct, and if there is a layover, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a layover involved.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Sofia to Frankfurt?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from Sofia to Frankfurt by bus?

To travel from Sofia to Frankfurt by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Sofia and Frankfurt?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Sofia?

The first bus departs at 09:00, and the last bus departs at 09:30.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Sofia to Frankfurt?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

Sofia to Frankfurt Frankfurt to Sofia

Sofia to Frankfurt Route Overview

Sofia to Frankfurt bus is a popular way of travelling between Bulgaria and Germany.There are up to 3 daily bus departures available, including 3 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Sofia at 09:00h, arriving at Frankfurt at 13:00h the following day. While the latest bus departs at 09:30h, arriving at 10:30h the following day.

Departure station and country Sofia, Bulgaria

Arrival station and country Frankfurt, Germany

Travel Distance 1072 mi

Average Trip Duration 13h 00min

Total Departures 3

Popular Operators Karat - S, Union Ivkoni - Unibus

Lowest Price £86

Transportation Options Coach

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Sofia to Frankfurt:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

09:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Station

1d 4h 0min

13:00 Frankfurt Central Train Station (Stuttgarter Str.)

Karat - S

from 135 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 24. Apr

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09:30 Sofia Serdica Bus Stop

1d 1h 0min

10:30 Frankfurt Stuttgarter Strasse

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 102 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 24. Apr

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09:30 Sofia Serdica Bus Stop

1d 0h 0min

09:30 Frankfurt Stuttgarter Strasse

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 101.3333 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 20. Apr

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Traveling by coach from Sofia to Frankfurt

The shortest travel distance between Sofia and Frankfurt is 1072 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 09:30 has a travel time of 24:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 28:00h. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Frankfurt earlier, there are 3 overnight coaches from Sofia to Frankfurt. The overnight coaches depart between 09:00 and 09:30 and arrive between 10:30 and 13:00 the following day. As the travel time between the two stations is 17:16, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can view some of them below.

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

09:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Station

1d 4h 0min

13:00 Frankfurt Central Train Station (Stuttgarter Str.)

Karat - S

from 135 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 24. Apr

pick a date

09:30 Sofia Serdica Bus Stop

1d 1h 0min

10:30 Frankfurt Stuttgarter Strasse

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 102 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 24. Apr

pick a date

09:30 Sofia Serdica Bus Stop

1d 0h 0min

09:30 Frankfurt Stuttgarter Strasse

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 101.3333 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 20. Apr

pick a date

Bus companies operating the Sofia to Frankfurt route

There are 3 bus companies operating this route. These companies have not been reviewed by travellers yet. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies on this route.

8.5 Karat - S

6.7 Union Ivkoni - Unibus

7 CityLines

Departure and arrival stations

Bus station in Sofia has not been rated yet. However, the bus station in Frankfurt has earned a score of 7.1 from our passengers. More information on both stations, including their location and popular routes can be found on the links below.

Sofia

You can see information about the departure station and stops Sofia here

Frankfurt

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Frankfurt here

Cheapest tickets

Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:
Adult ticket: £86 (One-Way) or £172 (Return).

Travel reviews for Sofia to Frankfurt bus

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