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

The bus ticket price from Sofia to Dortmund starts at R 1 641. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sofia to Dortmund 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 Dortmund?

The average travel time between Sofia and Dortmund is around 1d 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1547 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Sofia to Dortmund can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sofia to Dortmund by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Sofia to Dortmund?

When taking the bus from Sofia to Dortmund, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.

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

Buses travelling between Sofia and Dortmund leave from Serdika or Sofia Airport and arrive at ZOB, Dortmund Hauptbahnhof, Dortmund Bushaltestelle.

Bus Sofia to Dortmund from R 1 397 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Sofia to Dortmund on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain		22:50	Serdika	1d 11h	09:29	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
		22:50	Serdika	1d 10h	08:20	Dortmund	Fastest

Next departures from Sofia to Dortmund on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		22:50	Serdika	1d 12h	10:45	Dortmund	CheapestFastest
		01:45	Serdika	1d 15h	15:45	Dortmund	No tags

Next departures from Sofia to Dortmund on 19 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:50	Serdika	1d 10h	08:20	Dortmund	Cheapest
	10:00	Serdika	1d 6h	15:30	ZOB	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:50	Serdika	1d 13h	11:29	Dortmund Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 5:17 PM EET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Sofia to Dortmund

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Dortmund. The journey takes about 19 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 272, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

19h 10mAverage duration

1545 kmDistance

65kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 641 - R 4 340	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 2 272 - R 2 272	Average duration19h 10m	CO₂ emissions 65kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 318 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 945 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

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Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Dortmund?

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 Dortmund

A - ZOB

B - Dortmund Hauptbahnhof

C - Dortmund Bushaltestelle

D - Deutsches Fußballmuseum Bushaltestelle

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Dortmund by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Sofia to Dortmund cost?
The bus ticket price from Sofia to Dortmund starts at R 1 641. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Sofia to Dortmund 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 Dortmund?
The average travel time between Sofia and Dortmund is around 1d 11h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1547 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Sofia and Dortmund?
The number of buses from Sofia to Dortmund can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Sofia to Dortmund by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Sofia to Dortmund?
When taking the bus from Sofia to Dortmund, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Sofia to Dortmund?
Buses travelling between Sofia and Dortmund leave from Serdika or Sofia Airport and arrive at ZOB, Dortmund Hauptbahnhof, Dortmund Bushaltestelle.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

13/11

R 1 997

14/11

R 2 160

Today

R 2 182

16/11

No data

17/11

R 1 517

18/11

R 1 755

19/11

R 1 631

20/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Sofia to Dortmund was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 517

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 517 to R 4 104 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Dortmund based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 517, which is on 2025-11-17.

Usually Union Ivkoni 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.