Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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![]() | Bus | Veliko Tarnovo | Sofia Central Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Veliko Tarnovo Municipal Parking lot | Sofia Vasil Levski Monument (Embassy of Slovakia) | Fastest | ||||
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| Veliko Tarnovo | Serdika | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Veliko Tarnovo | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Veliko Tarnovo | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Veliko Tarnovo Municipal Parking lot | Sofia Airport SOF, Terminal 2 Bus Station | No tags | ||||
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| Veliko Tarnovo | Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1 | No tags | ||||
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Get from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia
The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just SEK 197, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Veliko Tarnovo and Sofia
Stops in Veliko Tarnovo
- A
Veliko Tarnovo
ul. "Nish" 1, 5002 Rayon Zapaden, Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria - B
Vasil Levski
ul. "Han Asparuh" 5, 5000 Rayon Zapaden, Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
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 traveling from Veliko Tarnovo 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 Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia start from SEK 197. The average price for this route is around SEK 213. 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 Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia is 3h 20m, covering a distance of 119 miles (191 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 18m and is operated by Traventuria.
Which bus companies service the Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, Grup Plus, Global Biomet, Traventuria, Pegasus, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia?
A bus trip from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia generates an estimated 4.7612749999999995 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Global Biomet, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 113 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Traventuria has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Global Biomet, with a punctuality rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Pegasus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from SEK 173 to SEK 305 for a bus ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at SEK 173 which is on 2026-09-30.
Usually Pegasus, Traventuria will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.










