Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Basel Central Station | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Mulhouse Freiburg Airport | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Basel Central Station | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Basel Central Station | Serdika | No tags |
Get from Basel to Sofia
The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Basel and Sofia?
Stops in Basel
- AMeret Oppenheim-Strasse 35, 4053 Gundeldingen Basel, Switzerland
- BBasel Bad, Schwarzwaldallee 200, 4058 Basel, Switzerland
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Basel Bahnhofs
Centralbahnstrasse 18, 4051 Basel, Switzerland - DAllschwilerstrasse 73, 4055 Basel, Switzerland
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
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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 by bus from Basel to Sofia
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Basel to Sofia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Basel to Sofia start from £55. The average price for this route is around £96. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Basel to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Basel to Sofia is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 837 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Basel to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Basel to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Basel to Sofia at 01:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Basel to Sofia?
A bus journey from Basel to Sofia produces an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Basel to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Basel to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Basel to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Basel to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Basel to Sofia was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of £114To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Basel to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £114 to £136 for a bus ticket from Basel to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £126, which is on 2025-12-26.
