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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Serdika | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Dresden Bayrische Strasse | Serdika | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Dresden central station (Bayrische Straße) | Serdika | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 4:23 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to go from Dresden to Sofia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$100 - $203 | Average Duration1d 3h | 29kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$151 - $151 | Average Duration15h 30m | 49kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Dresden and Sofia?
Stops in Dresden
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Ebulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Dresden to Sofia by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Dresden to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Dresden to Sofia start from $100. The average price for this route is around $141. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Dresden to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Dresden to Sofia is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1177 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 20h and is operated by Racic Eurobus.
Which bus companies service the Dresden to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Racic Eurobus, Arda Tur, Karat-S, Union Ivkoni, Radina VIP, Infobus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Dresden to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Dresden to Sofia at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Dresden to Sofia?
A bus trip from Dresden to Sofia generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Dresden to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 282 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Dresden to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Dresden to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Dresden to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Radina VIP, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Dresden to Sofia was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $96To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Dresden to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $96 to $197 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $96 which is on 2025-12-08.
What's the cheapest way to go from Dresden to Sofia?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
