Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Serdika | Cheapest | |||||
 | Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Serdika | Fastest | |||||
| HAM Airport | Serdika | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hamburg Hbf | Serdika | No tags | |||||
| Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB) | Serdika | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Hamburg to Sofia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 21 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average price | Average duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average price£61 - £217 | Average duration1d 9h | 39kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average price£108 - £108 | Average duration21h 10m | 65kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Hamburg and Sofia?
Stops in Hamburg
- A
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Adenauerallee 78, 20097 Hamburg, Germany - CHörstener Str. 1, 21079 Hamburg, Germany
- D
Hamburg Altona
Paul-Nevermann-Platz 13, 22765 Hamburg, Germany - E
Volksparkstadion
Sylvesterallee 7, , 22525 Hamburg, , Germany - F
Steinwerder
Buchheisterstraße 16, , 20457 Hamburg, , Germany
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Sofia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Hamburg to Sofia start from £61. The average price for this route is around £110. 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 Hamburg to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Sofia is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 964 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Arda Tur.
Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Racic Eurobus, Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur, Radina VIP, Infobus, Karat-S.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Sofia at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Sofia?
A bus journey from Hamburg to Sofia produces an estimated 39 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 Hamburg to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 282 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Radina VIP, 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.
The cheapest trip from Hamburg to Sofia was searched and found on 8 Dec 2025 with a price of £64To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Hamburg to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £64 to £182 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £64, which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually FlixBus 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.
