Sliven to Sofia bus with Ourbus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sliven to Sofia

Showing times and prices for 05 Nov

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$20

Fastest journey

4 h 15 m

Average duration

4 h 31 m

Buses per day

3

Distance

246 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sliven to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sliven to Sofia will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $20.

Fast coaches

Of the 3 buses that leave Sliven for Sofia every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 246 km distance in an average of 4 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

City Lines
12:30PM4h15
Sliven
04:45PMSofia
$201One-way
0 changes
City Lines
02:00AM4h28
Sliven
06:28AMSofia
$201One-way
0 changes
Ourbus
03:15PM4h50
Sliven
08:05PMSofia
$201One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Sliven to Sofia

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sliven to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a coach costs an average of $20.

Distance: 246 km

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Train

$20

Average Price

$12

Average Price

Cheapest

5h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

6h 16m

Average total duration

5h 46m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Sliven to Sofia bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 7:39 pm
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
citl2:00 am Sliven
4h28
6:28 am Sofia0 changesdirect
citl12:30 pm Sliven
4h15
4:45 pm Sofia0 changesdirect
uivk3:15 pm Sliven
4h50
8:05 pm Sofia0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sliven to Sofia

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Buses from Sliven to Sofia run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 but you can travel from only $10 by train.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $10
Distance
246 km
Average bus duration
4h 49m
Cheapest ticket price
$20
Buses per day
4
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
4h 28m
First bus
04:00
Last bus
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $10

Bus providers: Ourbus, City Lines, Citylines, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, Union Ivkoni from Sliven to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Sliven to Sofia with Ourbus, City Lines, Citylines, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, Union Ivkoni for as low as $10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

City Lines

About
\City Lines\" can refer to several different bus companies. One prominent example is Citylines, a leading Bulgarian bus company headquartered in Sofia. It operates an extensive network of 44 routes, connecting 22 cities across Bulgaria and serving 9 European nations with an average of 19 trips daily. Citylines coaches offer amenities such as air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and Wi-Fi connectivity. Another is Rochester City Lines, a family-owned and operated charter bus company in Minnesota, United States, providing services for college, corporate, event, religious, school, and workforce transportation. They offer a fleet including motorcoaches, minibuses, and executive vans. Historically, National City Lines, Inc. (NCL) was a significant public transportation holding company in the United States, founded in 1920. NCL acquired numerous local transit systems, often converting streetcar lines to bus operations, a practice sometimes referred to as \"bustitution.\" Additionally, \"City Line\" is also the name of a bus rapid transit (BRT) line in Spokane, Washington, operated by the Spokane Transit Authority. This 6-mile route, which opened in 2023, utilizes modern, zero-emission battery-electric buses and connects key areas including downtown Spokane and the University District."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
$20
City Lines frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 8kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag up to 25 kg.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 20% fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible restrooms.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; must be booked in advance.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.

Ourbus

About
Union Ivkoni International is a prominent bus company based in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1992. It is recognized as the largest bus carrier in Bulgaria and a leader in bus transport across Europe. The company offers extensive services, including regular bus lines, bus rentals, and bus tours, with over 715 daily departures to more than 100 towns in Bulgaria and over 150 towns in Central and Western Europe, Greece, and Turkey. Union Ivkoni also operates its own tourist brand, Uni Holidays, providing various excursions, vacations, and plane tickets.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
$19
Ourbus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Additional luggage
10 USD per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Service animals allowed.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.

Citylines

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
$20
Citylines frequency
1 a day

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 15m
Union Ivkoni - Unibus frequency
1 a day

Union Ivkoni

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
$18
Union Ivkoni frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Sliven to Sofia coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Sliven to Sofia with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Sliven to Sofia.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Sliven to Sofia can start from as little as $24 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sliven to Sofia is $24; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Sliven to Sofia coach travel time is 3 h 20 min   for the 245 km long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Sliven to Sofia leaves at 4: 00am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Sliven to Sofia leaves at 11: 30pm.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Sliven to Sofia with Pinkbus, City Lines, Union Ivkoni, Union Ivkoni - Unibus or Citylines. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
For the best Sliven to Sofia coach to purchase, you can travel safely and comfortably with Pinkbus, City Lines, Ourbus, Union Ivkoni, Union Ivkoni - Unibus or Citylines. However, it's always good to check all possible coach companies with services from Sliven to Sofia to compare what amenities they may offer.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Sliven, Avtogara (Сливен, Автогара), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), located away from the city centre.

A trip to Sofia from Sliven is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Sliven to Sofia is October.
You have options as you can travel between Sliven and Sofia 2 different ways: train or coach.
No, the coach from Sliven to Sofia has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Sliven to Sofia.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Sliven to Sofia.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Sliven to Sofia.
    No, luggage for the coach from Sliven to Sofia needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Sliven to Sofia.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Sliven to Sofia.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Sliven to Sofia.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Sliven to Sofia.

    popular bus stations

    Important Stations and Airports in Sliven and Sofia

    Sliven
    Sofia
    The major coach station for departures in Sliven is Sliven, Avtogara (Сливен, Автогара). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sliven, Avtogara (Сливен, Автогара) for your trip from Sliven to Sofia.
    Sliven, Avtogara (Сливен, Автогара)

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