Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Serdika | Nikolaos Dikas str. | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Katerini Katerini Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Katerini Katerini Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Katerini Katerini Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Katerini Katerini Station | No tags |
Get from Sofia to Katerini
The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Katerini?
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
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
- F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Katerini
- A
Katerini Olympus Plaza
A/D PAThE, Katerini 600 62, Greece - B
Katerini Stási Leoforeíou
Katerini 601 00, Greece - C
Katerini
Geor. Malea 39, Katerini 601 00, Greece - D
KTEL Intercity Bus Terminal
Δίκα Νικολάου &, 19is Maiou, Katerini 601 00, Greece
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Katerini 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 Katerini?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Katerini start from $41. The average price for this route is around $58. 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 Katerini?
The average bus travel time from Sofia to Katerini is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 279 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 30m and is operated by Arda Tur.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Katerini route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni, LIKEBUS.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Katerini?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Katerini at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Katerini?
A bus trip from Sofia to Katerini generates an estimated 7 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 Katerini?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is LIKEBUS, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Katerini?
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 Katerini?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is LIKEBUS, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Katerini?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is LIKEBUS, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 Katerini was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $37To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Katerini, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $37 to $55 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Katerini based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-12-12.
Usually Arda Tur 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.
