Bus Sofia to Madrid: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Sofia to Madrid

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

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Saturday

$157

Sunday

Monday

$180

Tuesday

Wednesday

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	57h 45m	1:45 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	10:30 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station		Economy	$157	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 12/6/2025 1:45:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/8/2025 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $157 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 45m
	FlixBus	59h 15m	10:50 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	9:05 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station		Economy	$213	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 12/6/2025 10:50:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/9/2025 9:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $213 per person are available. Travel duration is 59h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	57h 45m	1:45 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	10:30 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station		Economy	$180	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 12/8/2025 1:45:00 AM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/10/2025 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $180 per person are available. Travel duration is 57h 45m
	FlixBus	59h 15m	10:50 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	9:05 AM	Madrid	Sur Bus Station		Economy	$183	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 12/8/2025 10:50:00 PM to Sur Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/11/2025 9:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $183 per person are available. Travel duration is 59h 15m

Did you know that if you travel from Sofia to Madrid via Barcelona, you can save more than $27? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  53h 15m
  
  0
  
  10:50 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  6:50 PM
  
  Barcelona
  Nord Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $118
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 12/5/2025 10:50:00 PM to Nord Bus Station, Barcelona (Spain) arriving at 12/7/2025 6:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $118 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 0m
- Busbud
  
  7h 35m
  
  0
  
  7:30 PM
  
  Barcelona
  Nord Bus Station
  
  3:05 AM
  
  Madrid
  Avenida de América Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $35
  
  A Bus from Busbud goes from Nord Bus Station, Barcelona (Spain) at 12/7/2025 7:30:00 PM to Avenida de América Bus Station, Madrid (Spain) arriving at 12/8/2025 3:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $35 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 35m
Travel Time is 3h 30m shorter, and you will save $27

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Sofia to Madrid is $151 on 12/2/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Sofia and Madrid

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

Monday is the busiest day, with more than 2 daily buses from Sofia to Madrid. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 2 daily coaches between Sofia and Madrid.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 2 buses from Sofia to Madrid, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Madrid, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Sofia to Madrid

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Sofia to Madrid in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sofia to Madrid starting from $151!

Cheapest Bus	$151
Fastest Bus	56h 45m
Earliest Bus	1:45 AM
Latest Bus	10:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	1,400.5 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Sofia to Madrid

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Sofia for Madrid: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

Saturday 12/06

$157

Sunday 12/07

Monday 12/08

$180

Tuesday 12/09

Wednesday 12/10

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Madrid

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

With a price starting from $157, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Sofia to Madrid. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $180.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Madrid, with $157. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $183.

How to save money travelling from Sofia to Madrid

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 Madrid 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 Madrid, 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 Madrid are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Madrid

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

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

Avenida de América Bus Station

Avenida de América 13

Bus Stop

Calle de Tiziano 40

Intercambiador de Moncloa

Calle de la Princesa 89n

Plaza de Castilla

Sur Bus Station

Calle de Méndez Álvaro 83

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sofia to Madrid

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

FAQs about the Sofia to Madrid bus

How much does a Sofia Madrid bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $151 and takes 56h 45m to reach Madrid. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $151 and $213. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Madrid.

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

Every day, the Sofia to Madrid 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 Sofia to Madrid take?

The fastest bus from Sofia to Madrid is offered by FlixBus and takes 56h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $157. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sofia to Madrid?

The earliest bus arriving in Madrid 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 Madrid?

The latest bus trip departing from Sofia for Madrid starts at 10:50 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 Sofia Madrid route?

When traveling by bus from Sofia to Madrid, 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 Madrid?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia and Madrid 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 Madrid 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 Madrid 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 Madrid 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 Madrid on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Sofia and to Madrid

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