Sofia to Bansko bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 47 daily bus departures available, including 10 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Sofia bus station at 04:30h, arriving at Bansko bus station at 06:41h the same day. While latest bus departs at 23:20h, arriving at 01:44h the following day.
The shortest travel distance between Sofia and Bansko is 158 km.
The fastest bus which departs at 04:30 has a travel time of 02:11h.
The longest travel time on the route is 03:59h.
You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.
Overnight buses
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Bansko earlier, there
are 10 night buses from Sofia to Bansko.
The overnight buses depart between and 23:20 and arrive between 00:30 and 01:44
the same day.
Bus companies operating the Sofia to Bansko route
There is a total of 2 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have been rated 5 times by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating the route and their overall rating.
Bus station in Sofia has not been rated yet. However, the bus station in Bansko has earned a score of 7.5 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
Bansko
You can see information about the arrival station and stops Bansko here
Cheapest tickets
Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €10 (One-Way)
or €20 (Return).
5 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Sofia to Bansko. The average rating is 7.1. You can read the users' review of the bus company below.
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The van was not crowded and some cute girls were on it...Some male passenger had body odor which spoiled the ride a little and the driver did not open air con not windows for the whole ride...
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