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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Serdika | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Sihlquai - Limmatstraße | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Airport (ZLC) | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Airport (ZLC) | Serdika | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:02 AM CEST.
Get from Zürich to Sofia
The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just CN¥612, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Zürich and Sofia
Stops in Zürich
- A
Sihlquai - Limmatstraße
Limmatstrasse, 28, 8005 Zürich, Switzerland - C
Schanzengasse, 12
Schanzengasse, 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - D
Postsrasse
Poststrasse 12, 8001 Zürich, Switzerland - E
Schindellegistrasse, 1
Schindellegistrasse, 1, 8808 Freienbach, Switzerland
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station
bulevard "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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Zürich to Sofia 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 Zürich to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Zürich to Sofia start from CN¥612. The average price for this route is around CN¥962. 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 Zürich to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Zürich to Sofia is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1270 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Zürich to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Zürich to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Zürich to Sofia at 4:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Zürich to Sofia?
A bus trip from Zürich to Sofia generates an estimated 31.75 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 Zürich to Sofia?
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 12969 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Zürich to Sofia?
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 Zürich to Sofia?
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 Zürich to Sofia?
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 Zürich to Sofia was searched and found on Jul 15, 2026 with a price of CN¥1,092To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Zürich to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CN¥1,092 to CN¥1,392 for a bus ticket from Zürich to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CN¥1,092 which is on 2026-07-15.
