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Belgrade to Sofia

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Belgrade, Serbia → Sofia, Bulgaria

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Six ways to Travel from Belgrade to Sofia

Composite routes from Belgrade to Sofia

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Navigate from Belgrade to Sofia

Continue
47 m
Turn left onto Светозара Марковића
77 m
Turn left onto Немањина
221 m
At roundabout, take exit 1 onto бул. Княгиня Мария Луиза
1 km 806 m
Make a U-turn onto бул. Княгиня Мария Луиза
164 m
Arrive at destination

Transport providers

Bus operators

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Belgrade New Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$24.20–$47.13

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 2 Bus Station to Samokov
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20
Bus from Sofia Alexander Nevski Cathedral to Samokov
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$25.48

Lasta

Phone:
+381 800 334 334
Website:
lasta.rs/
Bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Niš,
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.56–$30.57

Nis Ekspres

Phone:
+381 18 255 177
Website:
nis-ekspres.rs
Bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Niš,
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$19.11–$29.30
Bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Sofiya,
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$24.20

Matpu

Phone:
02 952 50 04
Website:
matpu.com/
Bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Sofiya,
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$28.02

Trans Jug

Phone:
+381 11 8728111
Website:
trans-jug.com/
Bus from Belgrade New Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$17.83–$47.13

Karat-S

Phone:
+359 2 8120810
Website:
karat-s.com/
Bus from Belgrade New Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$44.59–$101.91

KAVIM-Jedinstvo

Phone:
+381 177421201
Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556742607769
Bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Niš,
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$26.75

BS Tours

Phone:
011 761-4693
Website:
bstours.rs/
Bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Niš,
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$42.04

Frenki Komerc

Phone:
+381 16 260 013
Website:
frenkikomerc.co.rs/index.php
Bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Niš,
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily

Kanis

Phone:
381 18 517 272
Website:
kanis.rs/
Bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Niš,
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily

Auto Kodeks

Phone:
+381 11 37 74 156
Website:
redvoznje.net/sr/auto-prevoznik/auto-kodeks/
Bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Niš,
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$16.56

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Beograd to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$22.93

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Iskarsko Shose to Kostenets
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.68–$5.99

Airlines

Air Serbia

Website:
airserbia.com/en/welcome
Plane from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.06–$394.90

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Belgrade to Sofia is to rideshare which costs $10.87 - $19.57 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belgrade to Sofia is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs $59.78 - $86.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Belgrade and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Belgrade New Bus Station station and arriving at Sofia Serdica Bus Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Belgrade to Sofia?

The distance between Belgrade and Sofia is 393 km. The road distance is 389.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Belgrade to Sofia without a car is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $15.22 - $40.22 .

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

The bus from Belgrade New Bus Station to Sofia Serdica Bus Station takes 6h 30m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Belgrade to Sofia bus from?

Belgrade to Sofia bus services, operated by Karat-S, depart from Belgrade New Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Belgrade to Sofia?

The best way to get from Belgrade to Sofia is to bus which takes 6h 30m and costs $15.22 - $40.22 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $44.57 - $369.57 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Belgrade to Sofia bus arrive?

Belgrade to Sofia bus services, operated by Karat-S, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Belgrade and Sofia?

Sofia is 1h ahead of Belgrade. It is currently 14:43 in Belgrade and 15:43 in Sofia.

Can I drive from Belgrade to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Belgrade to Sofia is 390 km. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Belgrade to Sofia.

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

Book your Belgrade to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

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

Can I share a ride from Belgrade to Sofia?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Belgrade and Sofia. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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