Sofia to Bucharest Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Sofia and Bucharest?

The distance between these two places is a total of 239 mi.

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

The average travel time between the stations is 06:52 hours.

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

The price of a bus ticket from Sofia to Bucharest ranges from £10 to £30.

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

The average number of daily departures is 22. 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 Bucharest?

There are 12 from Sofia to Bucharest. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

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

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 Bucharest by bus?

To travel from Sofia to Bucharest 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 Bucharest?

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 05:25, and the last bus departs at 23:59.

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

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 Bucharest Route Overview

Sofia to Bucharest bus is a popular way of travelling between Bulgaria and Romania.There are up to 22 daily bus departures available, including 19 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Sofia at 05:25h, arriving at Bucharest at 12:15h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 23:59h, arriving at 08:00h the following day.

Departure station and country Sofia, Bulgaria

Arrival station and country Bucharest, Romania

Travel Distance 239 mi

Average Trip Duration 06h 52min

Total Departures 22

Popular Operators FlixBus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus

Lowest Price £10

Transportation Options Coach

Popular Departures

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

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

05:25 Sofia

6h 50min

12:15 Bucharest

FlixBus

from 17.98 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 22. Jun

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18:00 Sofia

5h 50min

DIRECT

23:50 Bucharest

Like Bus

from 28.25 HRK

Best offer on 11. Jul

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18:00 Sofia

5h 30min

23:30 Bucuresti

Like Bus

from 25.25 HRK

Best offer on 20. Jun

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22:00 Sofia Central Bus Station

8h 15min

06:15 Bucharest Militari Bus Station

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 12.8 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 25. Jun

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23:59 Sofia Central Bus Station

8h 1min

08:00 Bucharest Militari Bus Station

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 12.8 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 23. Jun

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Traveling by coach from Sofia to Bucharest

The shortest travel distance between Sofia and Bucharest is 239 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 18:00 has a travel time of 05:30h. The longest travel time on the route is 08:15h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. 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 Bucharest earlier, there are 19 overnight coaches from Sofia to Bucharest. The overnight coaches depart between 18:00 and 23:59 and arrive between 00:25 and 08:00 the following day. Below are the most popular night departures to Bucharest:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

22:00 Sofia Central Bus Station

8h 15min

06:15 Bucharest Militari Bus Station

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 12.8 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 25. Jun

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23:59 Sofia Central Bus Station

8h 1min

08:00 Bucharest Militari Bus Station

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 12.8 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 23. Jun

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22:25 Sofia

6h 35min

05:00 Bucharest

FlixBus

from 12.48 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 08. Nov

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19:30 Sofia

6h 0min

DIRECT

01:30 Bucharest

Like Bus

from 28.19 HRK

Best offer on 01. Jul

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18:00 Sofia

6h 25min

00:25 Bucuresti

Like Bus

from 25.25 HRK

Best offer on 20. Jun

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Bus companies operating the Sofia to Bucharest route

There are 6 bus companies operating this route. These companies have been reviewed 2 times by travellers. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies along with their overall ratings.

7.1 FlixBus

6.7 Union Ivkoni - Unibus

Openline sp.z o.o.

Like Bus

Maks Trans

Like Bus

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Sofia or Bucharest 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

Bucharest

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

Cheapest tickets

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £10 (One-Way) or £20 (Return).

Travel reviews for Sofia to Bucharest bus

Read all reviews here

2 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Sofia to Bucharest. The average rating is 7.2. You can read the reviews below. These reviews were originally written under our former names, GetByBus and GetByFerry. But don’t worry, it’s all us! Same company, same trusted partners, just with a new vibe as Traveling.com.

7.5 by ANONYMOUS

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

by ANONYMOUS

Lights on the whole trip

The journey was way shorter than expected, bus half empty and heating...Lights always on, the driver was not so nice

Driver

Tidiness

Value for money

Comfortable ride

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