Bus Amsterdam to Sofia - Compare all Companies

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Amsterdam to Sofia from various bus operators like FlixBus or Union Ivkoni for the next days.

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$151

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$313

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	37h 0m	8:00 AM	Amsterdam	Sloterdijk Station	10:00 PM	Sofia	pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop	Economy	$151	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) at 12/16/2025 8:00:00 AM to pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/17/2025 10:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $151 per person are available. Travel duration is 37h 0m
FlixBus	42h 25m	2:10 PM	Amsterdam	Bijlmer ArenA Station	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Economy	$163	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bijlmer ArenA Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) at 12/16/2025 2:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/18/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $163 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 25m
FlixBus	35h 45m	8:50 PM	Amsterdam	Sloterdijk Station	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Economy	$164	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) at 12/16/2025 8:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/18/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $164 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 45m
FlixBus	46h 5m	10:30 AM	Amsterdam	Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Economy	$165	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop, Amsterdam (Netherlands) at 12/16/2025 10:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/18/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $165 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	42h 25m	2:10 PM	Amsterdam	Bijlmer ArenA Station	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Economy	$313	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bijlmer ArenA Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) at 12/19/2025 2:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/21/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $313 per person are available. Travel duration is 42h 25m
FlixBus	35h 45m	8:50 PM	Amsterdam	Sloterdijk Station	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Economy	$315	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) at 12/19/2025 8:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/21/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $315 per person are available. Travel duration is 35h 45m
FlixBus	46h 5m	10:30 AM	Amsterdam	Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Economy	$331	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop, Amsterdam (Netherlands) at 12/19/2025 10:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/21/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $331 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Amsterdam to Sofia via Osijek, you can save more than $48? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  52h 35m
  
  0
  
  4:00 AM
  
  Amsterdam
  Sloterdijk Station
  
  10:50 AM
  
  Osijek
  Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $124
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Sloterdijk Station, Amsterdam (Netherlands) at 12/18/2025 4:00:00 AM to Bus Station, Osijek (Croatia) arriving at 12/19/2025 10:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $124 per person are available. Travel duration is 30h 50m
- FlixBus
  
  19h 35m
  
  0
  
  1:00 PM
  
  Osijek
  Bus Station
  
  9:35 AM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $141
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Station, Osijek (Croatia) at 12/19/2025 1:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/20/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $141 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 35m
Travel time is 15h 50m longer, but you will save $48

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Amsterdam to Sofia is $82 on 12/8/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Amsterdam and Sofia

See here how frequent the connections between Amsterdam and Sofia are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Amsterdam to Sofia. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Amsterdam and Sofia.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 3 buses from Amsterdam to Sofia, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Amsterdam and Sofia, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Amsterdam to Sofia

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Union Ivkoni that travel 3 times every day by bus from Amsterdam to Sofia in one click! Book your bus ticket from Amsterdam to Sofia starting from $82!

Cheapest Bus	$82
Fastest Bus	36h 45m
Earliest Bus	8:00 AM
Latest Bus	8:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	3 Ø
Distance	1,083.8 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Union Ivkoni

Cheapest bus connections from Amsterdam to Sofia

Every day, 3 buses from 2 bus companies leave Amsterdam for Sofia: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/13/2025 and for the following days.

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Sunday 12/07

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Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

$163

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

$313

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

$214

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

Sunday 12/28

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

Wednesday 12/31

Thursday 01/01

Friday 01/02

$132

Saturday 01/03

The cheapest time to travel from Amsterdam to Sofia

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Amsterdam to Sofia, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $132, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Amsterdam to Sofia. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $151.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Amsterdam to Sofia, with $151. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $164.

How to save money travelling from Amsterdam to Sofia

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Amsterdam to Sofia in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Amsterdam to Sofia, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Amsterdam to Sofia are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Amsterdam to Sofia

These are the most booked bus companies between Amsterdam to Sofia from our users.

Union Ivkoni from Amsterdam to Sofia

Here you will find the key facts about the Union Ivkoni bus route Amsterdam to Sofia:

Cheapest Price	$151
Fastest Bus	38h 0m
Earliest Bus	8:00 AM
Last Bus	8:00 AM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	12/7/2025

All bus stations and stops in Amsterdam and Sofia

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Amsterdam and Sofia.

Museumplein Bus Stop

Leidseplein Bus Stop

Marnixstraat 1016

Prins Hendrikkade Bus Stop

Prins Hendrikkade 108

Ljmuiden Port

VUmc Bus Stop

1077 XV Amsterdam, Netherlands

Central Bus Station

Knyagina Maria Luisa Boulevard 100

Bratya Miladinovi

Bus and Coach Station Zapad Bus Stop

Serdika

Knyaginya Maria Luiza 102

Aleko Hut Hotel

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Amsterdam to Sofia? Compare all modes of transports from Amsterdam to Sofia.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Amsterdam to Sofia

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Amsterdam to Sofia? Or which bus companies serve the route Amsterdam to Sofia? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Amsterdam to Sofia bus

How much does a Amsterdam Sofia bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $82 and takes 38h 0m to reach Sofia. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Amsterdam to Sofia?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $82 and $331. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Sofia.

On average, how many connections are available from Amsterdam to Sofia each day?

Every day, the Amsterdam to Sofia bus route is served by approximately 3 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Amsterdam to Sofia take?

The fastest bus from Amsterdam to Sofia is offered by FlixBus and takes 36h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $164. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Amsterdam to Sofia?

The earliest bus arriving in Sofia from Amsterdam starts at 8:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Amsterdam to Sofia?

The latest bus trip departing from Amsterdam for Sofia starts at 8:50 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Amsterdam Sofia route?

When traveling by bus from Amsterdam to Sofia, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Union Ivkoni. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Amsterdam and Sofia?

You can check all the direct connections between Amsterdam and Sofia by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Union Ivkoni.

What can I take with me on the Amsterdam to Sofia bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Amsterdam Sofia bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Amsterdam Sofia bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Amsterdam to Sofia on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Amsterdam to Sofia?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Amsterdam to Sofia

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Amsterdam and to Sofia

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Amsterdam and to Sofia. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!