Bus from Sofia to Sliven: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sofia to Sliven on May 8
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Union IvkoniBus
Sofia Central Bus Station
Bus and Coach Station SlivenCheapest
DorisBus
Sofia Central Bus Station
Bus and Coach Station SlivenFastest
Union IvkoniBus
Sofia Central Bus Station
Bus and Coach Station SlivenNo tags
DorisBus
Sofia Central Bus Station
Bus and Coach Station SlivenNo tags
Citylines LTD Bus
Sofia Avtobusna Spirka
Sliven Central Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:54 AM EEST.

Get from Sofia to Sliven

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 26 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 327, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
4h 26mAverage Duration
246 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Sliven by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Sliven?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Sliven start from ZAR 327. The average price for this route is around ZAR 354. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. Which bus companies service the Sofia to Sliven route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, Doris, Infobus.

  3. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Sliven?

    The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Sliven at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

  4. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Sliven?

    A bus trip from Sofia to Sliven generates an estimated 6.13395 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  5. What is the best bus company from Sofia to Sliven?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Doris, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 15 reviews.

  6. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Sliven?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Doris has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.1.

  7. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sofia to Sliven?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Doris, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Sliven?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Doris, 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.

Best price found
05-05
ZAR 297
05-06
ZAR 298
Today
ZAR 359
05-08
ZAR 359
05-09
ZAR 298
05-10
ZAR 297
05-11
ZAR 298
05-12
ZAR 358
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sofia to Sliven was searched and found on May 5, 2026 with a price of ZAR 297

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Sliven, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from ZAR 297 to ZAR 560 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Sliven based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 297 which is on 2026-05-10.

Usually Doris, 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.

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