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

today

$51

tomorrow

$51

Wednesday

$61

Thursday

Friday

$67

Saturday

$63

Sunday

$85

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	18h 30m	2:30 AM	Salzburg	Lastenstrasse	10:00 PM	Sofia	Bratya Miladinovi	Basic	$51	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Lastenstrasse, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/20/2026 2:30:00 AM to Bratya Miladinovi, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/20/2026 10:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
Union Ivkoni	18h 30m	11:30 PM	Salzburg	Lastenstrasse	7:00 PM	Sofia	Bratya Miladinovi	Basic	$51	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Lastenstrasse, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/20/2026 11:30:00 PM to Bratya Miladinovi, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/21/2026 7:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
FlixBus	19h 20m	1:15 PM	Salzburg	P+R South	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/20/2026 1:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/21/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m
FlixBus	25h 10m	9:35 PM	Salzburg	P+R South	11:45 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Economy	$73	A Bus from FlixBus goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/20/2026 9:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/21/2026 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $73 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 10m
Karat-S	22h 30m	12:00 PM	Salzburg	P+R South	11:30 AM	Sofia	Serdika	Basic	$118	A Bus from Karat-S goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/20/2026 12:00:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/21/2026 11:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $118 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 30m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	19h 20m	1:15 PM	Salzburg	P+R South	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$51	A Bus from FlixBus goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/21/2026 1:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/22/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m
	Karat-S	22h 30m	12:00 PM	Salzburg	P+R South	11:30 AM	Sofia	Serdika		Basic	$118	A Bus from Karat-S goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/21/2026 12:00:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/22/2026 11:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $118 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	19h 20m	1:15 PM	Salzburg	P+R South	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$61	A Bus from FlixBus goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/22/2026 1:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/23/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $61 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m
	FlixBus	25h 10m	9:35 PM	Salzburg	P+R South	11:45 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$65	A Bus from FlixBus goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/22/2026 9:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/23/2026 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	19h 20m	1:15 PM	Salzburg	P+R South	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$67	A Bus from FlixBus goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/24/2026 1:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/25/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m
	Karat-S	22h 30m	12:00 PM	Salzburg	P+R South	11:30 AM	Sofia	Serdika		Basic	$118	A Bus from Karat-S goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/24/2026 12:00:00 PM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/25/2026 11:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $118 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	19h 20m	1:15 PM	Salzburg	P+R South	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$63	A Bus from FlixBus goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/25/2026 1:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/26/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m
	FlixBus	25h 10m	9:35 PM	Salzburg	P+R South	11:45 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$75	A Bus from FlixBus goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/25/2026 9:35:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/26/2026 11:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 25h 10m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	19h 20m	1:15 PM	Salzburg	P+R South	9:35 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$85	A Bus from FlixBus goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/26/2026 1:15:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/27/2026 9:35:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $85 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Salzburg to Sofia via Ljubljana, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  19h 25m
  
  0
  
  8:05 PM
  
  Salzburg
  P+R South
  
  11:55 PM
  
  Ljubljana
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from P+R South, Salzburg (Austria) at 4/25/2026 8:05:00 PM to Central Station, Ljubljana (Slovenia) arriving at 4/25/2026 11:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 50m
- Union Ivkoni
  
  15h 31m
  
  0
  
  11:59 PM
  
  Ljubljana
  Central Bus Station
  
  4:30 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $35
  
  A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Bus Station, Ljubljana (Slovenia) at 4/25/2026 11:59:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/26/2026 4:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 15h 31m
Travel Time is 0h 55m shorter, and you will save $24

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Salzburg to Sofia is $51 on 4/21/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Salzburg and Sofia

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily buses from Salzburg to Sofia. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Salzburg and Sofia.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 9 buses from Salzburg to Sofia, while Night sees the fewest connections between Salzburg and Sofia, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Salzburg to Sofia

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Karat-S and Union Ivkoni that travel 2 times every day by bus from Salzburg to Sofia in one click! Book your bus ticket from Salzburg to Sofia starting from $51!

Cheapest Bus	$51
Fastest Bus	19h 30m
Earliest Bus	2:30 AM
Latest Bus	1:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	611.0 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus, Karat-S and Union Ivkoni

Cheapest bus connections from Salzburg to Sofia

Every day, 2 buses from 3 bus companies leave Salzburg for Sofia: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 04/19

Monday 04/20

$61

Tuesday 04/21

$51

Wednesday 04/22

$61

Thursday 04/23

Friday 04/24

$67

Saturday 04/25

$63

Sunday 04/26

$85

Monday 04/27

$61

Tuesday 04/28

$75

Wednesday 04/29

$63

Thursday 04/30

$93

Friday 05/01

$88

Saturday 05/02

$69

Sunday 05/03

$70

Monday 05/04

$67

Tuesday 05/05

$118

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

$105

Saturday 05/09

$72

Sunday 05/10

$65

Monday 05/11

$56

Tuesday 05/12

$118

Wednesday 05/13

$56

Thursday 05/14

$58

Friday 05/15

$118

Saturday 05/16

The cheapest time to travel from Salzburg to Sofia

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

With a price starting from $51, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Salzburg to Sofia. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $67.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Salzburg to Sofia, with $51. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $51.

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

All bus stations and stops in Salzburg and Sofia

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

P+R South

Salzburg P&R South

Lastenstrasse

Lastenstraße 14

Makartplatz Bus Stop

Hagenau b. Salzburg

Justizgebäude Bus Stop

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 Salzburg to Sofia

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

FAQs about the Salzburg to Sofia bus

How much does a Salzburg Sofia bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $51 and takes 20h 20m to reach Sofia. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $51 and $118. 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 Salzburg to Sofia each day?

Every day, the Salzburg to Sofia bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Salzburg to Sofia is offered by Union Ivkoni and takes 19h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $51. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Salzburg to Sofia?

The earliest bus arriving in Sofia from Salzburg starts at 2:30 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 Salzburg to Sofia?

The latest bus trip departing from Salzburg for Sofia starts at 1:15 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 Salzburg Sofia route?

When traveling by bus from Salzburg to Sofia, passengers can travel with FlixBus, Karat-S 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 Salzburg and Sofia?

You can check all the direct connections between Salzburg 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, Karat-S and Union Ivkoni.

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

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

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

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