Bus Sofia to Izmir: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Sofia to Izmir

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sofia to Izmir from various bus operators like Kamil Koc or Arda Tur for the next days.

today

$51

tomorrow

$76

Friday

Saturday

$51

Sunday

$51

Monday

Tuesday

$75

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Arda Tur	16h 15m	1:30 PM	Sofia	Serdika	5:45 AM	Izmir	Central Bus Station	Economy	$51	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/22/2026 1:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/23/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 15m
Kamil Koc	16h 45m	11:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	3:45 PM	Izmir	Central Bus Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/22/2026 11:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/23/2026 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 45m
Kamil Koc	21h 45m	11:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	8:45 PM	Izmir	Central Bus Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/22/2026 11:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/23/2026 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 45m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Kamil Koc	17h 45m	11:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	4:45 AM	Izmir	Central Bus Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/23/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/24/2026 4:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Kamil Koc	18h 45m	11:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	5:45 AM	Izmir	Central Bus Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/23/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/24/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Kamil Koc	16h 45m	11:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	3:45 PM	Izmir	Central Bus Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/23/2026 11:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/24/2026 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 45m
Kamil Koc	21h 45m	11:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	8:45 PM	Izmir	Central Bus Station	Economy	$76	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/23/2026 11:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/24/2026 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Sofia to Izmir via Haskovo, you can save more than $26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Grup Plus
  
  19h 45m
  
  0
  
  10:00 AM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  1:20 PM
  
  Haskovo
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $16
  
  A Bus from Grup Plus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/23/2026 10:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Haskovo (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/23/2026 1:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $16 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
- Arda Tur
  
  12h 45m
  
  0
  
  5:00 PM
  
  Haskovo
  Central Bus Station
  
  5:45 AM
  
  Izmir
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $34
  
  A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Central Bus Station, Haskovo (Bulgaria) at 7/23/2026 5:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/24/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 45m
Travel time is 3h 0m longer, but you will save $26

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	16h 15m	1:30 PM	Sofia	Serdika	5:45 AM	Izmir	Central Bus Station		Economy	$51	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/25/2026 1:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/26/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	16h 15m	1:30 PM	Sofia	Serdika	5:45 AM	Izmir	Central Bus Station		Economy	$51	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Serdika, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/26/2026 1:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/27/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Kamil Koc	17h 45m	11:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	4:45 AM	Izmir	Central Bus Station	Economy	$75	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/28/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/29/2026 4:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 17h 45m
Kamil Koc	18h 45m	11:00 AM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	5:45 AM	Izmir	Central Bus Station	Economy	$75	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/28/2026 11:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 45m
Kamil Koc	16h 45m	11:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	3:45 PM	Izmir	Central Bus Station	Economy	$75	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/28/2026 11:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/29/2026 3:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 45m
Kamil Koc	21h 45m	11:00 PM	Sofia	Central Bus Station	8:45 PM	Izmir	Central Bus Station	Economy	$75	A Bus from Kamil Koc goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/28/2026 11:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/29/2026 8:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $75 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Sofia to Izmir via Kardzhali, you can save more than $26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Group Plus Ltd
  
  19h 45m
  
  0
  
  10:00 AM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  2:00 PM
  
  Kardzhali
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $15
  
  A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 7/28/2026 10:00:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) arriving at 7/28/2026 2:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
- Arda Tur
  
  13h 45m
  
  0
  
  4:00 PM
  
  Kardzhali
  Central Bus Station
  
  5:45 AM
  
  Izmir
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $34
  
  A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Central Bus Station, Kardzhali (Bulgaria) at 7/28/2026 4:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Izmir (Turkey) arriving at 7/29/2026 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 45m
Travel time is 3h 0m longer, but you will save $26

Frequency of bus connections between Sofia and Izmir

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

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

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 6 buses from Sofia to Izmir, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Izmir, with 3 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 8/8/2026 costs just $49, from Arda Tur

Facts about the bus from Sofia to Izmir

Compare all providers like Kamil Koc and Arda Tur that travel 2 times every day by bus from Sofia to Izmir in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sofia to Izmir starting from $49!

Cheapest Bus	$49
Fastest Bus	16h 15m
Earliest Bus	1:30 PM
Latest Bus	11:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	357.4 miles
Bus Companies	Kamil Koc and Arda Tur

Cheapest bus connections from Sofia to Izmir

Every day, 2 buses from 2 bus companies leave Sofia for Izmir: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

$51

Thursday 07/23

$75

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

$51

Sunday 07/26

$51

Monday 07/27

$76

Tuesday 07/28

$75

Wednesday 07/29

$75

Thursday 07/30

$51

Friday 07/31

$75

Saturday 08/01

$51

Sunday 08/02

$51

Monday 08/03

$51

Tuesday 08/04

$76

Wednesday 08/05

$51

Thursday 08/06

$75

Friday 08/07

$51

Saturday 08/08

$49

Sunday 08/09

$51

Monday 08/10

$51

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

$49

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Izmir

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

With a price starting from $49, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Sofia to Izmir. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $74.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Izmir, with $51. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $75.

How to save money travelling from Sofia to Izmir

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 Sofia to Izmir 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 Sofia to Izmir, 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 Sofia to Izmir are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Izmir

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

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

Central Bus Station

Kemalpaşa Caddesi 1

Basmane

Alsancak Port

Bornova

Konak

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sofia to Izmir

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

FAQs about the Sofia to Izmir bus

How much does a Sofia Izmir bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $49 and takes 16h 15m to reach Izmir. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $49 and $76. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Izmir.

On average, how many connections are available from Sofia to Izmir each day?

Every day, the Sofia to Izmir 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 Sofia to Izmir take?

The fastest bus from Sofia to Izmir is offered by Arda Tur and takes 16h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $51. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sofia to Izmir?

The earliest bus arriving in Izmir from Sofia starts at 1:30 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 Sofia to Izmir?

The latest bus trip departing from Sofia for Izmir starts at 11:00 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 Sofia Izmir route?

When traveling by bus from Sofia to Izmir, passengers can travel with Kamil Koc and Arda Tur. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Izmir?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia and Izmir by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Kamil Koc and Arda Tur.

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

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Sofia and to Izmir

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