Sofia to Vienna Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Sofia and Vienna?

The distance between these two places is a total of 624 mi.

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

The average travel time between the stations is 16:30 hours.

Q: How much is a bus ticket from Sofia to Vienna?

The price of a bus ticket from Sofia to Vienna ranges from £36 to £69.

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

The average number of daily departures is 12. 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: How many direct buses are there from Sofia to Vienna?

There are 7 from Sofia to Vienna. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

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

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 Vienna by bus?

To travel from Sofia to Vienna 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 Vienna?

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 10:00, and the last bus departs at 21:45.

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

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.

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Sofia to Vienna Route Overview

Sofia to Vienna bus is a popular way of travelling between Bulgaria and Austria.There are up to 12 daily bus departures available, including 12 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Sofia at 10:00h, arriving at Vienna at 00:01h the following day. While the latest bus departs at 21:45h, arriving at 15:45h the following day.

Departure station and country Sofia, Bulgaria

Arrival station and country Vienna, Austria

Travel Distance 624 mi

Average Trip Duration 16h 30min

Total Departures 12

Popular Operators Arda - Tur, FlixBus

Lowest Price £36

Transportation Options Coach, Plane

Popular Departures

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

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

21:45 Sofia

19h 0min

DIRECT

16:45 Vienna

FlixBus

from 52.98 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 01. Nov

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10:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Stop

14h 1min

00:01 Vienna Central Bus Station VIB

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 42 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 01. Nov

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14:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Station

15h 20min

05:20 Vienna Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)

CityLines

from 79.25 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 26. Oct

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16:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Station

14h 10min

06:10 Vienna Central Bus Station VIB

Air Kona

from 70.07 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 26. Oct

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16:30 Sofia Serdica Bus Station

14h 30min

07:00 Vienna Stadioncenter

Arda - Tur

from 76 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 26. Oct

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Traveling by coach from Sofia to Vienna

The shortest travel distance between Sofia and Vienna is 624 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 10:00 has a travel time of 14:01h. The longest travel time on the route is 19:00h. 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 Vienna earlier, there are 12 overnight coaches from Sofia to Vienna. The overnight coaches depart between 10:00 and 21:45 and arrive between 00:01 and 16:45 the following day. As the travel time between the two stations is 10:20, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can view some of them below.

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

21:45 Sofia

19h 0min

DIRECT

16:45 Vienna

FlixBus

from 52.98 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 01. Nov

pick a date

10:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Stop

14h 1min

00:01 Vienna Central Bus Station VIB

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 42 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 01. Nov

pick a date

14:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Station

15h 20min

05:20 Vienna Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)

CityLines

from 79.25 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 26. Oct

pick a date

16:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Station

14h 10min

06:10 Vienna Central Bus Station VIB

Air Kona

from 70.07 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 26. Oct

pick a date

16:30 Sofia Serdica Bus Station

14h 30min

07:00 Vienna Stadioncenter

Arda - Tur

from 76 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 26. Oct

pick a date

Bus companies operating the Sofia to Vienna route

There are 5 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.

6.3 Arda - Tur

7.1 FlixBus

Air Kona

6.7 Union Ivkoni - Unibus

7 CityLines

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Sofia or Vienna coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

Sofia

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

Vienna

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

Cheapest tickets

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £36 (One-Way) or £72 (Return).

Travel reviews for Sofia to Vienna bus

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