Bus Tickets from Sofia to Karlsruhe

Next departures

Next departures for Sofia to Karlsruhe on October 11
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Serdika
Südseite HauptbahnhofCheapest
Union Ivkoni
Serdika
Südseite HauptbahnhofFastest
Citylines
Serdika
Südseite HauptbahnhofNo tags
Flixbus
Serdika
Südseite HauptbahnhofNo tags
Flixbus
Serdika
Südseite HauptbahnhofNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Sofia to Karlsruhe

Bus
Average PriceUS$78 - US$280Average Duration1d 3h
34kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$91 - US$122Average Duration18h 20m
57kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Sofia to Karlsruhe

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Karlsruhe. The journey takes about 18 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
18h 20mAverage Duration
US$91Cheapest ticket
57kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Sofia to Karlsruhe: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$149
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 3h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure1:45am
Distance1347 km
Latest bus departure10:50pm

Sofia to Karlsruhe Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Sofia to Karlsruhe from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Karlsruhe from Sofia, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Sofia - Karlsruhe

  1. How far is Sofia from Karlsruhe?

    The distance between Sofia and Karlsruhe is around 1351 km (838 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Sofia to Karlsruhe?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Serdika, in Sofia, and end it at Goethestraße, in Karlsruhe.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
10-09
US$95
10-10
US$93
Today
US$92
10-12
US$83
10-13
No data
10-14
US$74
10-15
US$83
10-16
US$74
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Sofia to Karlsruhe was searched and found on Oct 16, 2025 with a price of US$74

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

You can expect to pay from US$74 to US$177 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Karlsruhe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$74 which is on 2025-10-16.

Usually Union Ivkoni 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Sofia to Karlsruhe, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Sofia to Karlsruhe.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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