Bus Karlsruhe to Sofia - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Karlsruhe to Sofia

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Karlsruhe to Sofia from various bus operators like FlixBus or Karat-S for the next days.

today

$122

tomorrow

$136

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Monday

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Wednesday

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	29h 0m	2:00 PM	Karlsruhe	Central Station	8:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station		Economy	$122	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 7/24/2026 2:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/25/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $122 per person are available. Travel duration is 29h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Karlsruhe to Sofia via Munich, you can save more than $39? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  36h 45m
  
  0
  
  4:15 AM
  
  Karlsruhe
  Central Station
  
  8:55 AM
  
  Munich
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 7/26/2026 4:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Munich (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
- Union Ivkoni
  
  20h 30m
  
  0
  
  8:30 PM
  
  Munich
  Central Bus Station
  
  6:00 PM
  
  Sofia
  Bratya Miladinovi
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $65
  
  A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Bus Station, Munich (Germany) at 7/26/2026 8:30:00 PM to Bratya Miladinovi, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
Travel time is 6h 45m longer, but you will save $39

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Karat-S	26h 0m	9:00 AM	Karlsruhe	Central Bus Station	12:00 PM	Sofia	Serdika		Basic	$136	A Bus from Karat-S goes from Central Bus Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 7/25/2026 9:00:00 AM to Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/26/2026 12:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $136 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Karlsruhe to Sofia via Munich, you can save more than $53? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  36h 45m
  
  0
  
  4:15 AM
  
  Karlsruhe
  Central Station
  
  8:55 AM
  
  Munich
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $18
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Karlsruhe (Germany) at 7/26/2026 4:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Munich (Germany) arriving at 7/26/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $18 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 40m
- Union Ivkoni
  
  20h 30m
  
  0
  
  8:30 PM
  
  Munich
  Central Bus Station
  
  6:00 PM
  
  Sofia
  Bratya Miladinovi
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $65
  
  A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Bus Station, Munich (Germany) at 7/26/2026 8:30:00 PM to Bratya Miladinovi, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/27/2026 6:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $65 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
Travel time is 9h 45m longer, but you will save $53

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Karlsruhe to Sofia is $92 on 7/20/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Karlsruhe and Sofia

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

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 1 daily buses from Karlsruhe to Sofia. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Karlsruhe and Sofia.

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

Facts about the bus from Karlsruhe to Sofia

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Karat-S that travel 1 times every day by bus from Karlsruhe to Sofia in one click! Book your bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Sofia starting from $92!

Cheapest Bus	$92
Fastest Bus	27h 0m
Earliest Bus	2:00 PM
Latest Bus	9:00 AM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	838.0 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Karat-S

Cheapest bus connections from Karlsruhe to Sofia

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Karlsruhe for Sofia: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

$122

Saturday 07/25

$136

Sunday 07/26

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

Friday 07/31

$128

Saturday 08/01

$170

Sunday 08/02

$158

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

$101

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

Saturday 08/08

$136

Sunday 08/09

Monday 08/10

Tuesday 08/11

$98

Wednesday 08/12

$104

Thursday 08/13

$101

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Karlsruhe to Sofia

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

With a price starting from $121, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Karlsruhe to Sofia. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $135.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Sofia, with $121. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $135.

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

All bus stations and stops in Karlsruhe and Sofia

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

Central Bus Station

Durlach Auer Str./Dr.Willmar Schwabe Bus Stop

Bannwaldallee Station

Kühler Krug Train Station

Sudetenstraße Bus Stop

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 Karlsruhe to Sofia

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

FAQs about the Karlsruhe to Sofia bus

How much does a Karlsruhe Sofia bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $92 and takes 30h 0m to reach Sofia. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $92 and $136. 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 Karlsruhe to Sofia each day?

Every day, the Karlsruhe to Sofia bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Karlsruhe to Sofia is offered by Karat-S and takes 27h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $136. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Karlsruhe to Sofia?

The earliest bus arriving in Sofia from Karlsruhe starts at 2:00 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 Karlsruhe to Sofia?

The latest bus trip departing from Karlsruhe for Sofia starts at 9:00 AM. 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 Karlsruhe Sofia route?

When traveling by bus from Karlsruhe to Sofia, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Karat-S. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Sofia?

You can check all the direct connections between Karlsruhe 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: FlixBus and Karat-S.

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

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

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

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

More bus routes to Karlsruhe and to Sofia

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