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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 | Sofia Central Bus Station | Bansko New Station (Train Station) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Sofia Airport (SOF) T2 | Bansko New Station (Train Station) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Bansko New Station (Train Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Airport (SOF) T2 | Bansko New Station (Train Station) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Bansko New Station (Train Station) | No tags |
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Get from Sofia to Bansko
The journey takes about 2 hours 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Bansko?
Stops in Sofia
- Bbulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Dbulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
- E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Bansko
- A
Akademik Yordan Ivanov
ul. "Akademik Yordan Ivanov" 1, 2770 Bansko, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Bansko 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 Sofia to Bansko?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Bansko start from $20. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Sofia to Bansko?
The average bus travel time from Sofia to Bansko is 2h 49m, covering a distance of 95 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2m and is operated by Traventuria.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Bansko route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 47 buses available per day, including services from Traventuria, Union Ivkoni, LIKEBUS.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Bansko?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Bansko at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 11:57pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Bansko?
A bus trip from Sofia to Bansko generates an estimated 2 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 Sofia to Bansko?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Traventuria, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Bansko?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company LIKEBUS has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sofia to Bansko?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Traventuria, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Bansko?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Traventuria, 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 Sofia to Bansko was searched and found on Feb 19, 2026 with a price of $19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Bansko, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $19 to $51 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Bansko based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2026-02-19.
Usually Traventuria 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.
