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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ruse to Sofia

Composite routes from Ruse to Sofia

Cheapest
3 h 52 min
Car
312 km.
from $17

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Ruse Central Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$26.09–$36.96

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Ruse Central Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 43m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$20.65

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Email:
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Ruse to Varna
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$81.52–$239.13

Grup Plus - Etap Adresss

Phone:
+359 2 989000
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/bg
Bus from Ruse Central Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$15.22

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Ruse to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.15–$14.13

Airlines

Bulgaria Air

Website:
air.bg/en/
Plane from Varna Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$163.04

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ruse to Sofia?

The cheapest way to get from Ruse to Sofia is to train which costs $8.15 - $14.13 and takes 6h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ruse to Sofia?

The fastest way to get from Ruse to Sofia is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ruse Central Bus Station station and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Ruse and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ruse and arriving at Sofia. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Ruse to Sofia?

The distance between Ruse and Sofia is 311 km. The road distance is 312.8 km.

How do I travel from Ruse to Sofia without a car?

The best way to get from Ruse to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs $26.09 - $36.96 .

How long does it take to get from Ruse to Sofia?

The bus from Ruse Central Bus Station to Sofia Central Bus Station takes 4h 43m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Sofia bus from?

Ruse to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Ruse Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Sofia train from?

Ruse to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Ruse station.

Train or bus from Ruse to Sofia?

The best way to get from Ruse to Sofia is to bus which takes 4h 43m and costs $26.09 - $36.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8.15 - $14.13 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Ruse to Sofia bus arrive?

Ruse to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where does the Ruse to Sofia train arrive?

Ruse to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Ruse to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruse to Sofia is 313 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Ruse to Sofia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ruse to Sofia?

Book your Ruse to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 1944+ hotels available in Sofia. Prices start at $14.84 per night.
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