Bus Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia from various bus operators like Grup Plus, Group Plus Ltd or Union Ivkoni for the next days.

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Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	3h 45m	3:15 AM	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	7:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Basic	$15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 12/27/2025 3:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/27/2025 7:00:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
Union Ivkoni	3h 15m	6:15 AM	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	9:30 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Basic	$15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 12/27/2025 6:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/27/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
Group Plus Ltd	3h 25m	2:15 AM	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	5:40 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Basic	$16	A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 12/27/2025 2:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/27/2025 5:40:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Group Plus Ltd	3h 25m	4:45 AM	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	8:10 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Basic	$16	A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 12/27/2025 4:45:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/27/2025 8:10:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Grup Plus	3h 25m	8:50 AM	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	12:15 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Basic	$17	A Bus from Grup Plus goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 12/27/2025 8:50:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/27/2025 12:15:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	4h 0m	3:00 AM	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	7:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Basic	$15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 12/28/2025 3:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/28/2025 7:00:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
Union Ivkoni	3h 15m	6:15 AM	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	9:30 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Basic	$15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 12/28/2025 6:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/28/2025 9:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
Group Plus Ltd	3h 25m	2:15 AM	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	5:40 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Basic	$16	A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 12/28/2025 2:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/28/2025 5:40:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Group Plus Ltd	3h 25m	4:45 AM	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	8:10 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Basic	$16	A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 12/28/2025 4:45:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/28/2025 8:10:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Grup Plus	3h 40m	3:00 PM	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	6:40 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	Basic	$16	A Bus from Grup Plus goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 12/28/2025 3:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 12/28/2025 6:40:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia is $15 on 12/27/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Veliko Tarnovo and Sofia

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 39 daily buses from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia. Saturday has instead the fewest connections, with only 34 daily coaches between Veliko Tarnovo and Sofia.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 25 buses from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Veliko Tarnovo and Sofia, with 9 offers.

Facts about the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia

Compare all providers like Grup Plus, Group Plus Ltd and Union Ivkoni that travel 36 times every day by bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia in one click! Book your bus ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia starting from $15!

Cheapest Bus	$15
Fastest Bus	2h 55m
Earliest Bus	2:15 AM
Latest Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	36 Ø
Distance	119.1 miles
Bus Companies	Grup Plus, Group Plus Ltd, Union Ivkoni, Biomet and Global Biomet

Cheapest bus connections from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia

Every day, 36 buses from 5 bus companies leave Veliko Tarnovo 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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Saturday 12/27

$15

Sunday 12/28

$16

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

Wednesday 12/31

Thursday 01/01

Friday 01/02

Saturday 01/03

$16

Sunday 01/04

Monday 01/05

$16

Tuesday 01/06

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Thursday 01/08

Friday 01/09

Saturday 01/10

Sunday 01/11

$16

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 01/13

$16

Wednesday 01/14

Thursday 01/15

Friday 01/16

Saturday 01/17

The cheapest time to travel from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia

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

With a price starting from $15, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $15.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia, with $15. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $16.

How to save money travelling from Veliko Tarnovo 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 Veliko Tarnovo 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 Veliko Tarnovo 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 Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia

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

Group Plus Ltd from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia

Here you will find the key facts about the Group Plus Ltd bus route Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia:

Cheapest Price	$16
Fastest Bus	3h 25m
Earliest Bus	2:15 AM
Last Bus	5:30 PM
Daily Connections	12 Ø
Found on	12/11/2025

Grup Plus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia

Here you will find the key facts about the Grup Plus bus route Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia:

Cheapest Price	$16
Fastest Bus	3h 25m
Earliest Bus	2:15 AM
Last Bus	5:30 PM
Daily Connections	12 Ø
Found on	12/11/2025

Global Biomet from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia

Here you will find the key facts about the Global Biomet bus route Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia:

Cheapest Price	$17
Fastest Bus	3h 15m
Earliest Bus	1:00 AM
Last Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	12/11/2025

All bus stations and stops in Veliko Tarnovo and Sofia

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

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 Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia

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

FAQs about the Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia bus

How much does a Veliko Tarnovo Sofia bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $15 and takes 3h 45m to reach Sofia. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $15 and $21. 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 Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia each day?

Every day, the Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia bus route is served by approximately 36 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia take?

The fastest bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia is offered by Biomet and takes 2h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $21. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia?

The earliest bus arriving in Sofia from Veliko Tarnovo starts at 2:15 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 Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia?

The latest bus trip departing from Veliko Tarnovo for Sofia starts at 11:30 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 Veliko Tarnovo Sofia route?

When traveling by bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia, passengers can travel with Grup Plus, Group Plus Ltd 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 Veliko Tarnovo and Sofia?

You can check all the direct connections between Veliko Tarnovo 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: Grup Plus, Group Plus Ltd and Union Ivkoni.

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

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

Basic

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

More bus routes to Veliko Tarnovo and to Sofia

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