Bus Ruse to Sofia: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Ruse to Sofia

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

today

tomorrow

Friday

from $22

Saturday

Sunday

from $16

Monday

Tuesday

from $22

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person

Group Plus Ltd

5h 30m

0

1:00 PM

Ruse
Central bus station

6:30 PM

Sofia
pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop

0

Economy

$22

A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/18/2025 1:00:00 PM to pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/18/2025 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person

Union Ivkoni

4h 43m

0

10:00 AM

Ruse
Central bus station

2:43 PM

Sofia
Central Bus Station

0

Economy

$16

A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/20/2025 10:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/20/2025 2:43:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 43m
Union Ivkoni

5h 20m

0

2:00 PM

Ruse
Central bus station

7:20 PM

Sofia
Central Bus Station

0

Economy

$16

A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/20/2025 2:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/20/2025 7:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 20m
Union Ivkoni

5h 5m

0

4:30 PM

Ruse
Central bus station

9:35 PM

Sofia
Central Bus Station

0

Economy

$16

A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/20/2025 4:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/20/2025 9:35:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
Grup Plus

5h 30m

0

1:00 PM

Ruse
Central bus station

6:30 PM

Sofia
Central Bus Station

0

Economy

$17

A Bus from Grup Plus goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/20/2025 1:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/20/2025 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $17 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person

Group Plus Ltd

5h 30m

0

1:00 PM

Ruse
Central bus station

6:30 PM

Sofia
pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop

0

Economy

$22

A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Central bus station, Ruse (Bulgaria) at 4/22/2025 1:00:00 PM to pl. Sveta Nedelya Bus Stop, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/22/2025 6:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $22 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 30m

Frequency of bus connections between Ruse and Sofia

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

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 4 daily buses from Ruse to Sofia. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Ruse and Sofia.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 5 buses from Ruse to Sofia, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Ruse and Sofia, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Ruse to Sofia

Compare all providers like Union Ivkoni, Group Plus Ltd and Grup Plus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Ruse to Sofia in one click! Book your bus ticket from Ruse to Sofia starting from $16!

Cheapest Bus	$16
Fastest Bus	4h 43m
Earliest Bus	1:00 PM
Latest Bus	1:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	154.5 miles
Bus Companies	Union Ivkoni, Group Plus Ltd and Grup Plus

Cheapest bus connections from Ruse to Sofia

Every day, 2 buses from 3 bus companies leave Ruse for Sofia: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/16/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 04/13

Monday 04/14

Tuesday 04/15

Wednesday 04/16

Thursday 04/17

Friday 04/18

$22

Saturday 04/19

Sunday 04/20

$16

Monday 04/21

Tuesday 04/22

$22

Wednesday 04/23

Thursday 04/24

$18

Friday 04/25

Saturday 04/26

Sunday 04/27

Monday 04/28

Tuesday 04/29

Wednesday 04/30

Thursday 05/01

Friday 05/02

Saturday 05/03

Sunday 05/04

Monday 05/05

Tuesday 05/06

Wednesday 05/07

Thursday 05/08

Friday 05/09

Saturday 05/10

The cheapest time to travel from Ruse to Sofia

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

With a price starting from $16, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Ruse to Sofia. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $22.

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

How to save money travelling from Ruse 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 Ruse 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 Ruse 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 Ruse to Sofia are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Ruse to Sofia

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

Group Plus Ltd from Ruse to Sofia

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

Cheapest Price	$22
Fastest Bus	5h 30m
Earliest Bus	1:00 PM
Last Bus	1:00 PM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	4/13/2025

Union Ivkoni from Ruse to Sofia

Here you will find the key facts about the Union Ivkoni bus route Ruse to Sofia:

Cheapest Price	$16
Fastest Bus	4h 43m
Earliest Bus	10:00 AM
Last Bus	4:30 PM
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	4/11/2025

Grup Plus from Ruse to Sofia

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

Cheapest Price	$17
Fastest Bus	5h 30m
Earliest Bus	1:00 PM
Last Bus	1:00 PM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	4/11/2025

All bus stations and stops in Ruse and Sofia

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

Central bus station

bul. "Tsar Osvoboditel" 156

Brani Family Hotel

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 Ruse to Sofia

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

FAQs about the Ruse to Sofia bus

How much does a Ruse Sofia bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $16 and takes 4h 43m to reach Sofia. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $16 and $22. 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 Ruse to Sofia each day?

Every day, the Ruse to Sofia bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Ruse to Sofia take?

The fastest bus from Ruse to Sofia is offered by Union Ivkoni and takes 4h 43m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $16. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Ruse to Sofia?

The earliest bus arriving in Sofia from Ruse starts at 1:00 PM. 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 Ruse to Sofia?

The latest bus trip departing from Ruse for Sofia starts at 1:00 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 Ruse Sofia route?

When traveling by bus from Ruse to Sofia, passengers can travel with Union Ivkoni, Group Plus Ltd and Grup Plus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Sofia?

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

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

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

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Ruse and to Sofia

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