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Vienna to Sofia Route Overview

Vienna to Sofia bus is a popular way of travelling between Austria and Bulgaria.There are up to 15 daily bus departures available, including 9 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Vienna at 02:00h, arriving at Sofia at 18:00h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 22:30h, arriving at 14:30h the following day.
Departure station and country ViennaAustria
Arrival station and country SofiaBulgaria
Travel Distance 624 mi
Average Trip Duration 16h 22min
Total Departures 15
Popular Operators Arda - Tur, FlixBus
Lowest Price £29
Transportation Options Coach

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Traveling by coach from Vienna to Sofia

The shortest travel distance between Vienna and Sofia is 624 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 20:30 has a travel time of 15:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 17:45h. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Sofia earlier, there are 9 overnight coaches from Vienna to Sofia. The overnight coaches depart between 16:25 and 22:30 and arrive between 10:10 and 14:30 the following day. Below are the most popular night departures to Sofia:
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Bus companies operating the Vienna to Sofia route

There are 6 bus companies operating this route. These companies have not been reviewed by travellers yet. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies on this route.

7.1 FlixBus
8.5 Karat - S

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Vienna or Sofia coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.
Vienna
You can see information about the departure station and stops Vienna here.
Sofia
You can see information about the arrival station and stops Sofia here.

Cheapest tickets

Below are the most affordable ticket options available, depending on availability:
Adult ticket: £29 (One-Way) or £58 (Return).

Travel reviews for Vienna to Sofia bus

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Frequently asked questions

The distance between these two places is a total of 624 mi.

The average travel time between the stations is 16:22 hours.

The ticket prices begin from £29.

The average number of daily departures is 15. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

The majority of the coaches are direct, and if there is a layover, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a layover involved.

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

To travel from Vienna to Sofia by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

The first bus departs at 02:00, and the last bus departs at 22:30.

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

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