Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Serdika | Trieste Airport (TRS) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Trieste Centrale | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:44 AM EEST.
Get from Sofia to Trieste
The journey takes about 19 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Trieste?
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Dbulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
- E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Trieste
- BPiazza della Libertà 9, 34135 Trieste, Italy
- C
Trieste
Via della Fonderia, 6, 34129 Trieste, Italy - D
Largo Città di Santos
Largo Città di Santos, 8, 34132 Trieste TS, Italy - EMolo dei Bersaglieri, 42, 34124 Trieste TS, Italy
Compare bus companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Trieste by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Trieste?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Trieste start from $74. The average price for this route is around $106. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Sofia to Trieste?
The average bus travel time from Sofia to Trieste is 19h 45m, covering a distance of 829 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by M&M TRAVEL.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Trieste route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, M&M TRAVEL.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Trieste?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Trieste at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Trieste?
A bus trip from Sofia to Trieste generates an estimated 20.709475 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sofia to Trieste?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12364 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Trieste?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sofia to Trieste?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Trieste?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sofia to Trieste was searched and found on Apr 4, 2026 with a price of $112To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Trieste, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $112 to $137 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Trieste based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $112 which is on 2026-04-04.
What's the cheapest way to go from Sofia to Trieste?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
