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

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$133

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$76

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Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	25h 5m	7:30 AM	Milan	Lampugnano Bus Station	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$133	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Lampugnano Bus Station, Milan (Italy) at 12/27/2025 7:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/28/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $133 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 5m
	FlixBus	33h 25m	11:10 PM	Milan	San Donato Bus Station	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$155	A Bus from FlixBus goes from San Donato Bus Station, Milan (Italy) at 12/27/2025 11:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/29/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $155 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Milan to Sofia via Venice, you can save more than $72? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Distribusion
  
  27h 45m
  
  0
  
  11:45 AM
  
  Milan
  Lampugnano Bus Station
  
  4:20 PM
  
  Venice
  Tronchetto Train Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $6
  
  A Bus from Distribusion goes from Lampugnano Bus Station, Milan (Italy) at 12/27/2025 11:45:00 AM to Tronchetto Train Station, Venice (Italy) arriving at 12/27/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
- Busbud
  
  18h 45m
  
  0
  
  8:45 PM
  
  Venice
  Mestre Central Bus Station
  
  4:30 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $55
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Mestre Central Bus Station, Venice (Italy) at 12/27/2025 8:45:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/28/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Travel time is 1h 40m longer, but you will save $72

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	22h 0m	5:00 PM	Milan	Lampugnano Bus Station	4:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Basic	$76	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Lampugnano Bus Station, Milan (Italy) at 12/29/2025 5:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/30/2025 4:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 0m
Union Ivkoni	22h 30m	5:00 PM	Milan	Lampugnano Bus Station	4:30 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Basic	$87	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Lampugnano Bus Station, Milan (Italy) at 12/29/2025 5:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/30/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $87 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 30m
FlixBus	25h 5m	7:30 AM	Milan	Lampugnano Bus Station	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Economy	$105	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Lampugnano Bus Station, Milan (Italy) at 12/29/2025 7:30:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/30/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $105 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 5m
FlixBus	32h 25m	2:20 PM	Milan	Lampugnano Bus Station	11:45 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Economy	$110	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Lampugnano Bus Station, Milan (Italy) at 12/29/2025 2:20:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/30/2025 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $110 per person are available. Travel duration is 32h 25m
FlixBus	33h 25m	11:10 PM	Milan	San Donato Bus Station	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Economy	$111	A Bus from FlixBus goes from San Donato Bus Station, Milan (Italy) at 12/29/2025 11:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/31/2025 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $111 per person are available. Travel duration is 33h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Milan to Sofia via Venice, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Distribusion
  
  27h 45m
  
  0
  
  11:45 AM
  
  Milan
  Lampugnano Bus Station
  
  4:20 PM
  
  Venice
  Tronchetto Train Station
  
  0
  
  Premium Economy
  
  $6
  
  A Bus from Distribusion goes from Lampugnano Bus Station, Milan (Italy) at 12/27/2025 11:45:00 AM to Tronchetto Train Station, Venice (Italy) arriving at 12/27/2025 4:20:00 PM. 50 Premium Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 35m
- Busbud
  
  18h 45m
  
  0
  
  8:45 PM
  
  Venice
  Mestre Central Bus Station
  
  4:30 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $55
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Mestre Central Bus Station, Venice (Italy) at 12/27/2025 8:45:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/28/2025 4:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Travel time is 4h 45m longer, but you will save $15

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Milan to Sofia is $76 on 12/29/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Milan and Sofia

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from Milan to Sofia. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Milan and Sofia.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 7 buses from Milan to Sofia, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Milan and Sofia, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Milan to Sofia

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Union Ivkoni that travel 6 times every day by bus from Milan to Sofia in one click! Book your bus ticket from Milan to Sofia starting from $76!

Cheapest Bus	$76
Fastest Bus	23h 0m
Earliest Bus	7:30 AM
Latest Bus	11:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes	6 Ø
Distance	726.4 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Union Ivkoni

Cheapest bus connections from Milan to Sofia

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Milan for Sofia: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/24/2025 and for the following days.

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Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

$133

Sunday 12/28

Monday 12/29

$76

Tuesday 12/30

Wednesday 12/31

$131

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Friday 01/02

Saturday 01/03

Sunday 01/04

Monday 01/05

Tuesday 01/06

Wednesday 01/07

Thursday 01/08

$81

Friday 01/09

Saturday 01/10

Sunday 01/11

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 01/13

Wednesday 01/14

Thursday 01/15

Friday 01/16

Saturday 01/17

The cheapest time to travel from Milan to Sofia

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

With a price starting from $76, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Milan to Sofia. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $133.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Milan to Sofia, with $76. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $111.

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

All bus stations and stops in Milan and Sofia

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

Lampugnano Bus Station

Via Giulio Natta Lampugnano

Rogoredo Bus Station

Via Cassinis Giovanni Battista 76

San Donato Bus Station

Via Giuseppe Impastato 25

Duomo Bus Stop

Piazza del Duomo

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Milan to Sofia

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

FAQs about the Milan to Sofia bus

How much does a Milan Sofia bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $76 and takes 23h 0m to reach Sofia. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $76 and $177. 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 Milan to Sofia each day?

Every day, the Milan to Sofia bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Milan to Sofia is offered by Union Ivkoni and takes 23h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $82. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Milan to Sofia?

The earliest bus arriving in Sofia from Milan starts at 7:30 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 Milan to Sofia?

The latest bus trip departing from Milan for Sofia starts at 11:10 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 Milan Sofia route?

When traveling by bus from Milan 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 Milan and Sofia?

You can check all the direct connections between Milan 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 Milan 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 Milan 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 Milan 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 Milan to Sofia on your planned travel date.

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

Basic

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Milan and to Sofia

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