Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Metro Station "Teremky", Akademika Hlushkova Avenue (автобусна зупинка, паркінг біля ТЦ "Магелан"), Kyiv | McDonald's, 525 Botevgradsko Shose Blvd., Sofia | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Metro Station "Teremky", Akademika Hlushkova Avenue (автобусна зупинка, паркінг біля ТЦ "Магелан"), Kyiv | McDonald's, 525 Botevgradsko Shose Blvd., Sofia | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Avtostantsiya Kyiv | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Avtostantsiya Kyiv | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Tsentralniy avtovokzal | Serdika | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:46 PM EET.
Get from Kyiv to Sofia
The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 895, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kyiv and Sofia?
Stops in Kyiv
- ASymona Petlyury St 28, Kyiv, Ukraine
- BNauky Ave, 4/2, Kyiv, Ukraine
- C
Dachna
Volodymyrs'kyi Passage, 2663, Kyiv, Ukraine - DVokzal'na Square, 1, Kyiv, Ukraine
- E
Kharkivska Airport Bus Location
Mykoly Bazhana Ave, 36А, Kyivm, Ukraine, 02000 - FZaliznychne Hwy, 10, Kyiv, Ukraine
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 Kyiv 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 Kyiv to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kyiv to Sofia start at R 895. The average price for this route is around R 2 134. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Kyiv to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Kyiv to Sofia is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1014 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h and is operated by Infobus.
Which bus companies service the Kyiv to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Infobus, LIKEBUS, Maks Trans LTD, KVI Trans, Energy Trans, Ecolines.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Kyiv to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Kyiv to Sofia at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kyiv to Sofia?
A bus trip from Kyiv to Sofia produces an estimated 25 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 Kyiv to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Infobus, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 491 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kyiv to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Kyiv to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kyiv to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Kyiv to Sofia was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 204To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kyiv to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 204 to R 4 681 for a bus ticket from Kyiv to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 204, which is on 2025-12-29.
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.
