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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Avtobusna Spirka Ruse | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Avtobusna Spirka Ruse | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Avtobusna Spirka Ruse | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Avtobusna Spirka Ruse | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Avtobusna Spirka Ruse | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags |
Get from Ruse to Sofia
The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ruse and Sofia?
Stops in Ruse
- Abul. "Tsar Osvoboditel" 156, 7012 Ruse, Bulgaria
- B
Petko D. Petkov
Русе, к-с Евас 7, вх. Б ет. 3, 7000 Ruse Center, Ruse, Bulgaria
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Dbulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
- E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ruse 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 Ruse to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ruse to Sofia start from $20. The average price for this route is around $20. 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 Ruse to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Ruse to Sofia is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 154 miles (248 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 43m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Ruse to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, Infobus, Grup Plus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ruse to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Ruse to Sofia at 1:30am. And the latest bus departs at 4:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ruse to Sofia?
A bus trip from Ruse to Sofia generates an estimated 6 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 Ruse to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Infobus, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 495 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ruse 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 Ruse to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ruse 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.
The cheapest trip from Ruse to Sofia was searched and found on Mar 6, 2026 with a price of $18To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ruse to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $18 to $27 for a bus ticket from Ruse to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2026-03-09.
