What is the travel distance from Dresden to Sofia?

The distance between the two cities is 732 miles (1180 km).

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

The majority of buses traveling from Dresden to Sofia start their journey at Hbf and wind up at Serdika. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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 Saint Nedelja Church, National Opera and Ballet, Vitosha Boulevard, Russian Church of St Nicholas and Mount Vitosha.

Bus Dresden to Sofia from $69 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Dresden to Sofia on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30pm	Hbf	20h	3:30pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	6:30pm	Dresden Bayrische Strasse	20h	3:30pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Neustadt	1d 13h	9:35am	Serdika	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Dresden	21h 30m	7:00pm	Serdika	No tags
Bus	8:30pm	Hbf	21h 30m	7:00pm	Serdika	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Dresden to Sofia

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 15 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $106, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

15h 30mAverage Duration

731 milesDistance

49kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$79 - $219	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$106 - $106	Average Duration15h 30m	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

3.5/511,319 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

3/5255 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

Radina VIP

3/52 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wifi2.5

Infobus

4/5490 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

Karat-S

4/5279 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi2

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 Dresden and Sofia?

Stops in Dresden

A - Hbf

B - Neustadt

C - Riegelplatz

D - Dresden Airport

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 about traveling from Dresden to Sofia by bus

What is the travel distance from Dresden to Sofia?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Dresden to Sofia?
What are the best sights and things to do in Sofia?

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The cheapest trip from Dresden to Sofia was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $69

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

You can expect to pay from $69 to $127 for a bus ticket from Dresden to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2025-11-17.

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.