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Compare all timetables for the bus from Ljubljana to Sofia

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

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tomorrow
Thursday
Friday
$35
Saturday
$63
Sunday
$51
Monday
$47

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 15h 0m 10:30 PM Ljubljana Central Bus Station 2:30 PM Sofia Central Bus Station  Basic $35

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
M&M Travel 15h 10m 7:50 PM Ljubljana Grand Hotel Union Business 12:00 PM Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy $63
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    • FlixBus
      18h 5m
      0
      4:05 PM
      Ljubljana
      Central Station
      11:20 PM
      Osijek
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $20
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • FlixBus
      10h 5m
      0
      12:05 AM
      Osijek
      Bus Station
      11:10 AM
      Sofia
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
    Travel time is 1h 55m longer, but you will save $27

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 15h 10m 5:25 PM Ljubljana Central Station 9:35 AM Sofia Central Bus Station  Economy $51
M&M Travel 14h 40m 7:50 PM Ljubljana Grand Hotel Union Business 11:30 AM Sofia pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop  Economy $63
Union Ivkoni 43h 30m 10:30 PM Ljubljana Central Bus Station 7:00 PM Sofia Central Bus Station  Basic $68
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ljubljana to Sofia via Osijek, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      18h 5m
      0
      4:05 PM
      Ljubljana
      Central Station
      11:20 PM
      Osijek
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $20
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • FlixBus
      10h 5m
      0
      12:05 AM
      Osijek
      Bus Station
      11:10 AM
      Sofia
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
    Travel time is 2h 25m longer, but you will save $15

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Union Ivkoni 15h 0m 2:00 AM Ljubljana Central Bus Station 6:00 PM Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Basic $47
Union Ivkoni 15h 0m 9:00 PM Ljubljana Central Bus Station 1:00 PM Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Basic $47
Union Ivkoni 15h 45m 11:45 PM Ljubljana Central Bus Station 4:30 PM Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Basic $56
Union Ivkoni 15h 31m 11:59 PM Ljubljana Central Bus Station 4:30 PM Sofia Bratya Miladinovi  Basic $56
  • Did you know that if you travel from Ljubljana to Sofia via Osijek, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      18h 5m
      0
      4:05 PM
      Ljubljana
      Central Station
      11:20 PM
      Osijek
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $20
      • Waiting Time 0h 45m
    • FlixBus
      10h 5m
      0
      12:05 AM
      Osijek
      Bus Station
      11:10 AM
      Sofia
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $16
    Travel time is 2h 5m longer, but you will save $11

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Ljubljana to Sofia is $35 on 5/4/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Ljubljana and Sofia

See here how frequent the connections between Ljubljana and Sofia are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Ljubljana to Sofia. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Ljubljana and Sofia.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 12 buses from Ljubljana to Sofia, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Ljubljana and Sofia, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Ljubljana to Sofia

Compare all providers like Union Ivkoni, M&M Travel and FlixBus that travel 3 times every day by bus from Ljubljana to Sofia in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ljubljana to Sofia starting from $35!

Cheapest Bus $35
Fastest Bus 15h 40m
Earliest Bus 10:30 PM
Latest Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes 3 Ø
Distance 493.1 miles
Bus Companies Union Ivkoni, M&M Travel and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Ljubljana to Sofia

Every day, 3 buses from 3 bus companies leave Ljubljana for Sofia: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/05/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/03
Monday 05/04
Tuesday 05/05
Wednesday 05/06
Thursday 05/07
Friday 05/08
$35
Saturday 05/09
$63
Sunday 05/10
$63
Monday 05/11
$47
Tuesday 05/12
Wednesday 05/13
$38
Thursday 05/14
$44
Friday 05/15
$39
Saturday 05/16
$63
Sunday 05/17
$61
Monday 05/18
$37
Tuesday 05/19
$39
Wednesday 05/20
$37
Thursday 05/21
Friday 05/22
$70
Saturday 05/23
Sunday 05/24
$63
Monday 05/25
Tuesday 05/26
Wednesday 05/27
Thursday 05/28
$61
Friday 05/29
$37
Saturday 05/30

The cheapest time to travel from Ljubljana to Sofia

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Ljubljana to Sofia, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $35, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Ljubljana to Sofia. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $62.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Ljubljana to Sofia, with $35. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $51.

How to save money travelling from Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana to Sofia are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Ljubljana to Sofia

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

Union Ivkoni from Ljubljana to Sofia

Union Ivkoni

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

Cheapest Price $35
Fastest Bus 16h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:30 PM
Last Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 4/11/2026

All bus stations and stops in Ljubljana and Sofia

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Ljubljana to Sofia

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

FAQs about the Ljubljana to Sofia bus

How much does a Ljubljana Sofia bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $35 and takes 16h 0m to reach Sofia. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $35 and $74. 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 Ljubljana to Sofia each day?

Every day, the Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana to Sofia take?

The fastest bus from Ljubljana to Sofia is offered by M&M Travel and takes 15h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $65. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ljubljana to Sofia?

The earliest bus arriving in Sofia from Ljubljana starts at 10:30 PM. 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 Ljubljana to Sofia?

The latest bus trip departing from Ljubljana for Sofia starts at 11:59 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 Ljubljana Sofia route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Ljubljana and Sofia?

You can check all the direct connections between Ljubljana 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: Union Ivkoni, M&M Travel and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana 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 Ljubljana to Sofia on your planned travel date.

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

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 3 daily trips between Ljubljana and Sofia. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Ljubljana to Sofia?

Prices and availability for 3 trips between Ljubljana and Sofia change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

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

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