Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | İzmir Otogarı | Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | İzmir Otogarı | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | İzmir Otogarı | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | İzmir Otogarı | Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | İzmir Otogarı | Central Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Izmir to Sofia
The journey takes about 18 hours, and with fares starting at just R 931, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Izmir and Sofia?
Stops in Izmir
- Aİzmir Otogarı, Karacaoğlan, Kemal Paşa Cad. No:1 D:158, 35070 Bornova/İzmir
- B
Adnan Menderes Havaalanı (Gaziemir, İzmir)
Dokuz Eylül Mh., Adnan Menderes Havaalanı, 35410 Gaziemir/İzmir, Turkey
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 from Izmir to Sofia by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Izmir to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Izmir to Sofia start at R 931. The average price for this route is around R 1 175. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Izmir to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Izmir to Sofia is 18h, covering a distance of 579 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h and is operated by VIP Arda Tur.
Which bus companies service the Izmir to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Arda Tur, VIP Arda Tur.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Izmir to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Izmir to Sofia at 01:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Izmir to Sofia?
A bus trip from Izmir to Sofia produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Izmir 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 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Izmir to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Izmir 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 Izmir to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Arda Tur, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 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 Izmir to Sofia was searched and found on 07 Dec 2025 with a price of R 887To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Izmir to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 887 to R 1 192 for a bus ticket from Izmir to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 887, which is on 2025-12-07.
