Bus Sofia to Arad: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Sofia to Arad

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

today

$28

tomorrow

$55

Wednesday

$24

Thursday

$23

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

$48

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	12h 45m	1:45 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	2:30 PM	Arad	Central Station		Economy	$28	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/22/2026 1:45:00 AM to Central Station, Arad (Romania) arriving at 6/22/2026 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	20h 15m	11:25 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:40 PM	Arad	Central Station		Economy	$55	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/23/2026 11:25:00 PM to Central Station, Arad (Romania) arriving at 6/24/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 15m
	FlixBus	23h 5m	6:25 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	5:30 AM	Arad	Central Station		Economy	$65	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/23/2026 6:25:00 AM to Central Station, Arad (Romania) arriving at 6/24/2026 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Sofia to Arad via Timisoara, you can save more than $37? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  27h 45m
  
  0
  
  1:45 AM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  1:10 PM
  
  Timisoara
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $14
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/25/2026 1:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Timisoara (Romania) arriving at 6/25/2026 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
- FlixBus
  
  0h 55m
  
  0
  
  4:35 AM
  
  Timisoara
  Bus Stop
  
  5:30 AM
  
  Arad
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $5
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Timisoara (Romania) at 6/26/2026 4:35:00 AM to Central Station, Arad (Romania) arriving at 6/26/2026 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Travel time is 7h 30m longer, but you will save $37

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	12h 45m	1:45 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	2:30 PM	Arad	Central Station		Economy	$24	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/24/2026 1:45:00 AM to Central Station, Arad (Romania) arriving at 6/24/2026 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	12h 45m	1:45 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	2:30 PM	Arad	Central Station		Economy	$23	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/25/2026 1:45:00 AM to Central Station, Arad (Romania) arriving at 6/25/2026 2:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $23 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	19h 5m	1:15 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	8:20 AM	Arad	Central Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/28/2026 1:15:00 PM to Central Station, Arad (Romania) arriving at 6/29/2026 8:20:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 5m
FlixBus	20h 15m	11:25 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	7:40 PM	Arad	Central Station	Economy	$48	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/28/2026 11:25:00 PM to Central Station, Arad (Romania) arriving at 6/29/2026 7:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $48 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 15m
FlixBus	23h 5m	6:25 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	5:30 AM	Arad	Central Station	Economy	$53	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/28/2026 6:25:00 AM to Central Station, Arad (Romania) arriving at 6/29/2026 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $53 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 5m

Did you know that if you travel from Sofia to Arad via Timisoara, you can save more than $30? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  27h 45m
  
  0
  
  1:45 AM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  1:10 PM
  
  Timisoara
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $14
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 6/25/2026 1:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Timisoara (Romania) arriving at 6/25/2026 1:10:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $14 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 25m
- FlixBus
  
  0h 55m
  
  0
  
  4:35 AM
  
  Timisoara
  Bus Stop
  
  5:30 AM
  
  Arad
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $5
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Bus Stop, Timisoara (Romania) at 6/26/2026 4:35:00 AM to Central Station, Arad (Romania) arriving at 6/26/2026 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $5 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 55m
Travel time is 8h 40m longer, but you will save $30

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Sofia to Arad is $23 on 6/25/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Sofia and Arad

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 3 daily buses from Sofia to Arad. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Sofia and Arad.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 3 buses from Sofia to Arad, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Arad, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Sofia to Arad

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 1 times every day by bus from Sofia to Arad in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sofia to Arad starting from $23!

Cheapest Bus	$23
Fastest Bus	12h 45m
Earliest Bus	1:45 AM
Latest Bus	11:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	259.4 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Sofia to Arad

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus companies leave Sofia for Arad: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 06/21

Monday 06/22

$28

Tuesday 06/23

$54

Wednesday 06/24

$24

Thursday 06/25

$23

Friday 06/26

Saturday 06/27

Sunday 06/28

$48

Monday 06/29

Tuesday 06/30

Wednesday 07/01

Thursday 07/02

Friday 07/03

Saturday 07/04

Sunday 07/05

Monday 07/06

Tuesday 07/07

Wednesday 07/08

Thursday 07/09

$34

Friday 07/10

$44

Saturday 07/11

$34

Sunday 07/12

$49

Monday 07/13

Tuesday 07/14

Wednesday 07/15

$25

Thursday 07/16

Friday 07/17

Saturday 07/18

The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Arad

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

With a price starting from $23, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Sofia to Arad. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $54.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Arad, with $23. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $53.

How to save money travelling from Sofia to Arad

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 Sofia to Arad 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 Sofia to Arad, 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 Sofia to Arad are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Arad

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

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

Bus station

Calea 6 Vânători 19-192

Gas Station

Strada Banu Mărăcine OMV

Autogara Pletl

DN7E

South Gas Station

Maranata - Partener Rompetrol

Strada Marcel Olinescu Partener Rompetrol

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sofia to Arad

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

FAQs about the Sofia to Arad bus

How much does a Sofia Arad bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $23 and takes 12h 45m to reach Arad. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $23 and $65. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Arad.

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

Every day, the Sofia to Arad bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Sofia to Arad is offered by FlixBus and takes 12h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $28. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sofia to Arad?

The earliest bus arriving in Arad from Sofia starts at 1:45 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 Sofia to Arad?

The latest bus trip departing from Sofia for Arad starts at 11:25 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 Sofia Arad route?

When traveling by bus from Sofia to Arad, passengers can travel with 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 Sofia and Arad?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia and Arad 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.

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Sofia and to Arad

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