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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Venice Mestre Train Station | Serdika | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:16 PM CET.
Compare 2 ways to go from Venice to Sofia
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Sofia. The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $77, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average Price$51 - $159 | Average Duration20h 45m | 23kg CO₂e | ||
Carpool | Average Price$77 - $111 | Average Duration12h 10m | 39kg CO₂e |
Where are the popular stops in Venice and Sofia?
Stops in Venice
- A
Venice Tronchetto Train Station
Isola Nova del Tronchetto, 38, 30135 Venezia, Italy - B
Viale Stazione - Venezia Mestre
Viale Stazione 6, 30171 Venezia, Italy - CViale Stazione 36, 30171 Mestre - Venice
- E
Mestre Tangenziale
Rotonda Romea, 1, 30175 Venezia VE, Italy - F
fermata dell'autobus Venezia
Via de le Motte, 25, 30141 Venezia, Italy
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Ebulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
- F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Venice 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 Venice to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Venice to Sofia start from $51. The average price for this route is around $71. 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 Venice to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Venice to Sofia is 20h 45m, covering a distance of 581 miles (937 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Venice to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Venice to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Venice to Sofia at 7:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Venice to Sofia?
A bus trip from Venice to Sofia generates an estimated 23 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 Venice to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Venice to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Venice to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Venice to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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 Venice to Sofia was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $47To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Venice to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $47 to $123 for a bus ticket from Venice to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $47 which is on 2025-12-08.
Usually Union Ivkoni 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Venice to Sofia?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
