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Compare 2 ways to travel from Sofia to Essen

Bus
Average priceUS$114 - US$114Average duration1d 9h
39kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$325 - US$325Average duration1d 7h
66kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Sofia to Essen

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Essen. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
1d 9hAverage duration
US$114Cheapest ticket
39kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Sofia to Essen: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$114
Average bus trip duration1d 9h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure11:20
Distance971 miles
Latest bus departure22:50

Sofia to Essen Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Sofia to Essen. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Sofia to Essen from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Essen from Sofia, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Sofia - Essen

  1. How far is Essen from Sofia by coach?

    The distance between Sofia and Essen by coach is approximately 973 miles (1569 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Sofia to Essen without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Sofia and Essen!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Sofia to Essen, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Sofia to Essen.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Sofia to Essen, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Sofia to Essen?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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