What is the travel distance from Berlin to Sofia?

About 819 miles (1321 km) separate Berlin and Sofia.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Berlin to Sofia start their journey at Alt-Tegel and wind up at Serdika. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Sofia?

Once in Sofia, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Ivan Vazov National Theater, Rotunda of St George, Mount Vitosha, Museum of Socialist Art and Boyana Church.

Bus Berlin to Sofia from $70 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Berlin to Sofia on September 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:59pm	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	1d 8h	9:35am	Serdika	Cheapest
	1:15pm	Berlin Südkreuz	1d 5h	8:00pm	Serdika	Fastest
	1:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	1d 6h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:50am	Hauptbahnhof	1d 12h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags
	11:59pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	1d 8h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Sofia on September 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:59pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	1d 8h	9:35am	Serdika	Cheapest
12:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	23h 55m	12:55pm	Serdika	Fastest
12:15am	Berlin Südkreuz	1d 8h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags
9:45pm	Berlin Südkreuz	1d 10h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags
5:40pm	Alexanderplatz	1d 14h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Sofia on October 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	4:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)	1d 2h	7:00pm	Serdika	Cheapest
	12:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	23h 55m	12:55pm	Serdika	Fastest
	4:10am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	1d 6h	11:10am	Serdika	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:53pm	Hauptbahnhof	1d 14h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags
	11:00am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	1d 8h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Sofia on October 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:05am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	1d 8h	8:00pm	Serdika	Cheapest
	12:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	23h 55m	12:55pm	Serdika	Fastest
	1:30pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	1d 1h	3:30pm	Serdika	No tags
	1:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	1d 6h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:50am	Hauptbahnhof	1d 12h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Berlin to Sofia on October 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:40am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	1d 7h	9:35am	Serdika	Cheapest
	5:35am	Berlin Airport BER (Berlin Brandenburg),Terminal 1/2,	1d 4h	11:10am	Serdika	Fastest
	4:10am	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	1d 6h	11:10am	Serdika	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:50am	Hauptbahnhof	1d 12h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags
	1:00pm	Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)*	1d 6h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Berlin to Sofia.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$76 - $230	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$101 - $101	Average Duration17h 10m	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Berlin to Sofia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 17 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

17h 10mAverage Duration

$101Cheapest ticket

55kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Berlin to Sofia: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$118

Average bus trip duration1d 8h

Number of daily buses22

Earliest bus departure12:15am

Distance818 miles (1318 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,700 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Racic Eurobus

3.5/518 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness1.9

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.7

Arda Tur

3/5245 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.7

Based on 245 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the wifi. Arda Tur ticket prices on this trip start at $136

Arda Tur Berlin Sofia recent customer reviews

Very good experience on my 24 hour bus ride!

Charlotte T.

October 29, 2019

only the wifi was a bit an issue

Tsvetan S.

June 6, 2019

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,920 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.6

Wifi0.8

Based on 1920 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at $87

Union Ivkoni Berlin Sofia recent customer reviews

Not WiFi on bus

Sintija B.

October 16, 2022

Everything was nice exept the delay

Nikolay Y.

July 6, 2019

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Berlin to Sofia Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Berlin and Sofia?

Stops in Berlin

A - Alt-Tegel

B - Zoo

C - Berlin Südkreuz

D - Alexanderplatz

E - Berlin Central Bus Station (ZOB)

F - Wannsee

Stops in Sofia

A - Serdika

B - Sofia Airport

C - Central Bus Station

D - Central Bus Station - Sofia

E - Knyaginya Maria Luiza

F - Lukoil

Frequently asked questions for your trip Berlin - Sofia

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09/26

$117

09/27

$107

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$101

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09/30

$99

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10/03

$88

The cheapest trip from Berlin to Sofia was searched and found on Oct 3, 2025 with a price of $88

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

You can expect to pay from $88 to $218 for a bus ticket from Berlin to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $88 which is on 2025-10-03.

Usually Arda Tur 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.

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Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Berlin to Sofia but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Berlin to Sofia, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Berlin to Sofia will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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What is the travel distance from Berlin to Sofia?

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What are the best sights and things to do in Sofia?

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