How much does a bus ticket from Sofia to Bursa cost?

The bus ticket price from Sofia to Bursa starts at R 994. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sofia to Bursa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Sofia to Bursa?

The average travel time between Sofia and Bursa is around 13h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 556 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Sofia and Bursa?

The number of buses from Sofia to Bursa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sofia to Bursa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Sofia to Bursa?

When taking the bus from Sofia to Bursa, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Infobus, Metro Bulgaria.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sofia to Bursa?

Buses travelling between Sofia and Bursa leave from Serdika or Sofia Airport and arrive at Bursa Otogarı, Bursa Otogarı, Bursa Fakülte Otobüs Durağı.

Bus Sofia to Bursa from R 910 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sofia to Bursa on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:00	Serdika	12h 30m	06:30	Bursa Otogarı	CheapestFastest
Bus	17:00	Serdika	12h 30m	06:30	Bursa Otogarı	No tags
Bus	11:00	Serdika	13h 55m	01:55	Bursa bus station	No tags
Bus	23:00	Serdika	13h	13:00	Bursa bus station	No tags

Next departures from Sofia to Bursa on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:00	Serdika	12h 30m	06:30	Bursa Otogarı	CheapestFastest
	Bus	17:00	Serdika	12h 30m	06:30	Bursa Otogarı	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:47 AM EET.

Get from Sofia to Bursa

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 13 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 994, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

13h 25mAverage duration

550 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 307 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Infobus

4/5490 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

Metro Bulgaria

3/513 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.4

VIP Arda Tur

3/5130 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.6

TR Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Bursa?

Stops in Sofia

A - Serdika

B - Sofia Airport

C - Central Bus Station

D - Central Bus Station - Sofia

E - Knyaginya Maria Luiza

F - Lukoil

Stops in Bursa

A - Bursa Otogarı

B - Bursa Otogarı

C - Bursa Fakülte Otobüs Durağı

D - Bursa

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Bursa by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Sofia to Bursa cost?
The bus ticket price from Sofia to Bursa starts at R 994. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sofia to Bursa is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Sofia to Bursa?
The average travel time between Sofia and Bursa is around 13h 25m, although the fastest bus will take about 12h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 556 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Sofia and Bursa?
The number of buses from Sofia to Bursa can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sofia to Bursa by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Sofia to Bursa?
When taking the bus from Sofia to Bursa, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Infobus, Metro Bulgaria.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sofia to Bursa?
Buses travelling between Sofia and Bursa leave from Serdika or Sofia Airport and arrive at Bursa Otogarı, Bursa Otogarı, Bursa Fakülte Otobüs Durağı.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/11

R 916

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R 910

15/11

R 922

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R 916

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The cheapest trip from Sofia to Bursa was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of R 910

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Bursa as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 910 to R 1 024 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Bursa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 916, which is on 2025-11-16.

Usually Infobus 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.