Next bus departures

Next departures for Sofia to Bansko on September 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:30am	Sofia Central Bus Station	3h 12m	11:42am	Bansko Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	1:15pm	Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1	2h 33m	3:48pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	Fastest
Bus	1:05pm	Sofia Airport SOF, Terminal 2 Bus Station	2h 43m	3:48pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	No tags
Bus	9:45am	Sofia Central Bus Station	3h 5m	12:50pm	Bansko Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:30pm	Sofia Airport SOF, Terminal 2 Bus Station	2h 43m	5:13pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	No tags
Bus	11:25am	Sofia Central Bus Station	3h 10m	2:35pm	Bansko Bus Station	No tags
Bus	2:40pm	Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1	2h 33m	5:13pm	Bansko New Station (Train Station)	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Sofia Airport SOF, Terminal 2 Bus Station	2h 49m	3:54pm	Bansko Gondola (Traventuria Ski)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:17 PM EEST.

Get from Sofia to Bansko

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 hours 49 minutes, and with fares starting at just COP 60,878, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18bus per day

2h 49mAverage Duration

96 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Sofia and Bansko

Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
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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
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E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria

Stops in Bansko

A
Akademik Yordan Ivanov
ul. "Akademik Yordan Ivanov" 1, 2770 Bansko, Bulgaria
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Traventuria

4.2/563 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.8

Users have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting comfortable travel and friendly drivers who provide clear instructions. The convenience of airport pick-up is appreciated, along with prompt communication from drivers via WhatsApp. However, some users encountered challenges in locating their driver at the airport and noted occasional language barriers during interactions.

Traventuria Sofia Bansko recent customer reviews

Drivers are eager to be on schedule but they should also speak not only drive! What I mean is that on my way back to the airport the driver made a stop at Terminal 1 before Terminal 2 which is normal but he didn't make an announcement first! As a result because I hadn't paid attention and I didn't know the place, I thought we had reached our final destination so I got off the bus earlier! Then I had to take a taxi and pay extra 30€ to go to Terminal 2 which was my final destination!

Eleni M.

March 12, 2026

Driver was friendly, polite, helpfull and the vehicle and travel were comfortably. Moreover the instructions on the ticket were clear. The experience was a ten.

Francois P.

July 3, 2025

I really loved the convenience of Airport pick up to my location in Bansko. The bus is very comfortable and great service. Definitely will be taking is again

Stefka L.

May 18, 2025

Union Ivkoni

2.7/52,085 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness2.8

Wi‑Fi0.9

Passengers generally appreciated the timely service and cleanliness of the buses, with many finding their journeys comfortable. The drivers were often described as courteous and helpful. However, some passengers noted a lack of communication regarding stops and expressed concerns about high temperatures inside the bus due to insufficient air conditioning.

Union Ivkoni Sofia Bansko recent customer reviews

Easy pickup from the bus station as clear instructions were given. Pleasant journey to Bansko with a few stop offs. The only criticism I have was there was very little communication from the driver about the stops and as this was the first time doing this trip a bit more communication would have been helpful.

Simon D.

March 17, 2026

It would be helpful if the bus company had an English notice saying there is a 30 minute stop in Blagoevgrad each way

Pascal M.

March 4, 2026

Perfectly fine. Comfortable bus, good driver, left on time and arrived only a few minutes late to destination.

Jodie C.

February 28, 2026

LIKEBUS

3.6/531 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.5

Cleanliness4.7

Wi‑Fi3.6

BG bus companies:FlixBus, Metro Turizm, LIKEBUS, Openline, Union Ivkoni, AvtoExpress Dnipro, Arda Tur

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Bansko 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 Bansko?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Bansko start from COP 60,878. The average price for this route is around COP 102,536. 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 Bansko?
The average bus travel time from Sofia to Bansko is 2h 49m, covering a distance of 96 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 30m and is operated by LIKEBUS.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Bansko route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Traventuria, Union Ivkoni, LIKEBUS.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Sofia to Bansko?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Bansko at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Bansko?
A bus trip from Sofia to Bansko generates an estimated 2.39045 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 Bansko?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Traventuria, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 63 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Bansko?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Traventuria has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Sofia to Bansko?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Traventuria, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Bansko?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Traventuria, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

08-29

COP 85,755

08-30

COP 90,048

Today

COP 53,593

09-01

COP 54,048

09-02

COP 54,374

09-03

COP 54,048

09-04

COP 54,439

09-05

COP 53,886

The cheapest trip from Sofia to Bansko was searched and found on Aug 31, 2026 with a price of COP 53,593

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Bansko, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from COP 53,593 to COP 107,966 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Bansko based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at COP 53,886 which is on 2026-09-05.

Usually 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.