Next bus departures

Next departures for Budapest to Sofia on August 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30pm	Budapest Keleti	1d 11h	9:35am	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	4:25pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	1d	5:35pm	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	5:10pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	1d 1h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Könyves Kálmán	1d	5:35pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	8:00pm	Könyves Kálmán	1d 2h	11:45pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	11:05pm	Könyves Kálmán	1d 9h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags
Bus	5:55pm	Kelenföld	1d 1h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	11:20pm	Kelenföld	1d 9h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags

Next departures for Budapest to Sofia on August 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50am	Könyves Kálmán	19h 55m	11:45pm	Serdika	Cheapest
Bus	11:50pm	Könyves Kálmán	12h 5m	12:55pm	Serdika	Fastest
Bus	3:15am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	19h 30m	11:45pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	5:55am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	23h 35m	6:30am	Serdika	No tags
Bus	7:35am	Budapest Airport (BUD)	1d 1h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags
Bus	4:25pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	1d	5:35pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	5:10pm	Budapest Airport (BUD)	1d 1h	8:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	4:30am	Könyves Kálmán	18h 15m	11:45pm	Serdika	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 3:37 PM CEST.

Get from Budapest to Sofia

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 20 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just MAD 427, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

20h 5mAverage Duration

386 milesDistance

16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Budapest and Sofia

Stops in Budapest

A
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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B
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
C
Budapest Airport
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D
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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E
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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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
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
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 bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/515,237 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

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.

Karat-S

4.1/5345 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi1.4

Arda Tur

3.2/5280 reviews

Staff4.0

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.9

Infobus

3.9/5497 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

BG bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Deutsche Bahn, KLR Bus, RegioJet, Euroclub, Deutsche Bahn Regio

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Budapest 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 Budapest to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Sofia start from MAD 427. The average price for this route is around MAD 764. 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 Budapest to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Budapest to Sofia is 20h 5m, covering a distance of 386 miles (623 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 40m and is operated by Karat-S.
Which bus companies service the Budapest to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Karat-S, Arda Tur, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Sofia at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Sofia?
A bus trip from Budapest to Sofia generates an estimated 15.551725 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 Budapest to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Karat-S, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 340 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest 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 has the most timely service from Budapest to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found

08/17

MAD 1,012

08/18

MAD 829

Today

MAD 961

08/20

MAD 683

08/21

MAD 1,010

08/22

MAD 1,007

08/23

MAD 867

08/24

MAD 1,007

The cheapest trip from Budapest to Sofia was searched and found on Aug 20, 2026 with a price of MAD 683

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

You can expect to pay from MAD 683 to MAD 1,647 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at MAD 683 which is on 2026-08-20.