How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Vienna?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Vienna start from PLN 186. The average price for this route is around PLN 287. 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 Sofia to Vienna?

The average bus trip duration from Sofia to Vienna is 20h 30m, covering a distance of 503 miles (811 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 10m and is operated by Karat-S .

Which bus companies service the Sofia to Vienna route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Karat-S , Arda Tur , Union Ivkoni , Air Kona , Infobus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Vienna at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Sofia to Vienna generates an estimated 20.269775000000003 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 Sofia to Vienna?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Air Kona , with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.

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

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 Sofia to Vienna?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Air Kona , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

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.

Bus Sofia to Vienna from PLN 218 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Sofia to Vienna on May 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50pm	Serdika	19h 25m	5:15pm	Erdberg	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Serdika	15h 10m	6:10am	Erdberg	Fastest
Bus	1:15pm	Serdika	1d 4h	4:15pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Serdika	23h 10m	9:00pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	No tags
Bus	10:50pm	Serdika	22h 40m	8:30pm	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:34 PM EEST.

Get from Sofia to Vienna

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 20 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 186, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

20h 30mAverage Duration

503 milesDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Vienna?

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

Stops in Vienna

A
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
B
Vienna Airport
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C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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E
Matzleinsdorferplatz
Triester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
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F
Stadion Center
Engerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,669 reviews

Staff4.2

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

4.1/5300 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi1.8

Arda Tur

3.1/5265 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.7

Union Ivkoni

2.7/51,996 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.8

Based on 1996 reviews, the company was rated 2.7 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 PLN 224

Union Ivkoni Sofia Vienna recent customer reviews

Staff was nice and bus on time. Two things i didn't like: First, hours of tv-programm. Even at 2am, there was a movie on. Second, heating system was turned on too high - made it hard to relax.

Alexandra Z.

February 4, 2020

Air Kona

4.5/54 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi2.5

Infobus

3.9/5496 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

AT bus companies:FlixBus, LIKEBUS, Union Ivkoni, Openline, AvtoExpress Dnipro, Lux Bus, Arda Tur

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sofia to Vienna 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 Sofia to Vienna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Vienna start from PLN 186. The average price for this route is around PLN 287. 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 Sofia to Vienna?
The average bus trip duration from Sofia to Vienna is 20h 30m, covering a distance of 503 miles (811 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 10m and is operated by Karat-S.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Vienna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Karat-S, Arda Tur, Union Ivkoni, Air Kona, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Vienna?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Vienna at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Vienna?
A bus trip from Sofia to Vienna generates an estimated 20.269775000000003 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 Sofia to Vienna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Air Kona, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Vienna?
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 Sofia to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Air Kona, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Vienna?
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

05/17

PLN 312

05/18

PLN 285

Today

PLN 299

05/20

PLN 246

05/21

PLN 223

05/22

PLN 316

05/23

PLN 249

05/24

PLN 312

The cheapest trip from Sofia to Vienna was searched and found on May 21, 2026 with a price of PLN 223

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

You can expect to pay from PLN 223 to PLN 453 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 223 which is on 2026-05-21.

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.