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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Kardzhali Bus Station | Sofia Central Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Kardzhali Bus Station | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Kardzhali Bus Station | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Kardzhali Bus Station | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Kardzali to Sofia
The journey takes about 4 hours, and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kardzali 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 Kardzali to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kardzali to Sofia start from $27. The average price for this route is around $28. 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 Kardzali to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Kardzali to Sofia is 4h, covering a distance of 208 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Grup Plus.
Which bus companies service the Kardzali to Sofia route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kardzali to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Kardzali to Sofia at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kardzali to Sofia?
A bus trip from Kardzali to Sofia generates an estimated 5 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 Kardzali to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 96 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kardzali 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 Kardzali to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kardzali to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Kardzali to Sofia was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $24To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kardzali to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $24 to $31 for a bus ticket from Kardzali to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually Infobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
