How much is the bus ticket from Bansko to Sofia?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bansko to Sofia start from RUB 1,069. The average price for this route is around RUB 2,417. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Bansko to Sofia?

The average bus trip duration from Bansko to Sofia is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 60 miles (97 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h and is operated by Openline .

Which bus companies service the Bansko to Sofia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Traventuria , Union Ivkoni , Openline , LIKEBUS .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bansko to Sofia?

The earliest bus departs from Bansko to Sofia at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:14pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bansko to Sofia?

A bus trip from Bansko to Sofia generates an estimated 2.4084 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bansko to Sofia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Traventuria , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bansko to Sofia?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Openline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bansko to Sofia?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Traventuria , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bansko to Sofia?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Traventuria , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bansko to Sofia from RUB 974 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on May 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:50pm	Lukoil, vulytsia Heorhi Holev, 19	2h	5:50pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko Bus Station	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on May 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:00pm	Bansko Gondola (Traventuria Ski)	2h 5m	11:05pm	Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapad	Fastest
Bus	10:03am	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	3h 20m	1:23pm	Sofia Airport (SOF) T2	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:05pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	2h 30m	11:35pm	Sofia Airport (SOF) T2	No tags

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on May 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko Bus Station	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on May 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko Bus Station	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on May 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	3:50pm	Lukoil, vulytsia Heorhi Holev, 19	2h	5:50pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko Bus Station	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on May 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko Bus Station	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Bansko to Sofia on May 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:15pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 15m	6:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Bansko Bus Station	2h 30m	8:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	4:25pm	Bansko Bus Station	3h 5m	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:01 PM EEST.

Get from Bansko to Sofia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 1,069, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

2h 50mAverage Duration

60 milesDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Bansko and Sofia?

Stops in Bansko

A
Akademik Yordan Ivanov
ul. "Akademik Yordan Ivanov" 1, 2770 Bansko, Bulgaria
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Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
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C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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D
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria

Compare companies

Traventuria

4.1/552 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.4

Users consistently praise the service for its punctuality, friendly and helpful staff, and smooth rides. Many reviews highlight easy pick-up and drop-off experiences with drivers who go above and beyond to assist passengers. The overall sentiment reflects a high level of satisfaction with timely arrivals contributing positively to travel plans.

Traventuria Bansko Sofia recent customer reviews

I am satisfied with the services, punctual, nice staff, very polite and helpful drivers.

Barbara M.

March 5, 2024

The driver came early, and we arrived at the destination an entire hour early. Literally saving my life

Valon L.

March 4, 2024

Yes I enyoyed well

Marcin K.

September 4, 2025

Union Ivkoni

2.7/51,995 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

Users have shared positive experiences regarding the punctuality and safety of this bus service, with drivers being noted as friendly. However, some concerns were raised about noise issues during travel and a lack of functional seats or phone charging options on certain buses. Regular maintenance checks might enhance passenger comfort further.

Union Ivkoni Bansko Sofia recent customer reviews

Some of the busses should be upgraded. Most of the seats were not functional and non of those buses I used didn’t have charging phone options. Other than that, drivers were friendly and safety drivers.

Miroslav K.

August 7, 2025

Bus broke down on the way several times. Driver continued to move on after eventually we continued from Dupnitza to Sofia with another regular bus. To the Company Union Ivkoni: have replacement buses available at all times and drivers should communicate better with their passengers.

Dorothea E.

October 15, 2024

i had seat 44. so quite far back. the whole journey there was a lot of noise. there were several metal bars hitting the bus floor from below. it was just awful. maybe the buses should be checked regularly and then repaired. the journey from bansko to sofia was an imposition. this is also very important for the passengers and for driving safety. or is it not necessary to take this so seriously in bulgaria? i don't know the regulations. sorry, i'm german.

Ulrich B.

September 2, 2024

Openline

2.6/519 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi5.0

LIKEBUS

3.7/529 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.6

BG bus companies:FlixBus, LIKEBUS, Infobus, Union Ivkoni, Openline, AvtoExpress Dnipro, Lux Bus

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bansko to Sofia by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bansko to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bansko to Sofia start from RUB 1,069. The average price for this route is around RUB 2,417. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Bansko to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Bansko to Sofia is 2h 50m, covering a distance of 60 miles (97 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h and is operated by Openline.
Which bus companies service the Bansko to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Traventuria, Union Ivkoni, Openline, LIKEBUS.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bansko to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Bansko to Sofia at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:14pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bansko to Sofia?
A bus trip from Bansko to Sofia generates an estimated 2.4084 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bansko to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Traventuria, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 52 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bansko to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Openline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bansko to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Traventuria, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bansko to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Traventuria, 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.

Best price found

05/10

RUB 1,275

05/11

RUB 1,275

Today

RUB 1,278

05/13

RUB 1,273

05/14

RUB 1,277

05/15

RUB 1,275

05/16

RUB 1,278

05/17

RUB 1,275

The cheapest trip from Bansko to Sofia was searched and found on May 13, 2026 with a price of RUB 1,273

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

You can expect to pay from RUB 1,273 to RUB 3,134 for a bus ticket from Bansko to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 1,273 which is on 2026-05-13.

Usually Openline 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.