Which bus from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo is the best?
Check the bus schedule for Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Group Plus Ltd, Grup Plus or Union Ivkoni. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.
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| Group Plus Ltd | 3h 15m | 06:00 | Sofia | Central Coach Station | 09:15 | Veliko Tarnovo | Bus Stop | Basic | £12 |
A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 14/12/2025 06:00:00 to Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) arriving at 14/12/2025 09:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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| Group Plus Ltd | 3h 45m | 09:30 | Sofia | Central Coach Station | 13:15 | Veliko Tarnovo | Bus Stop | Basic | £12 |
A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 14/12/2025 09:30:00 to Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) arriving at 14/12/2025 13:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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| Group Plus Ltd | 3h 30m | 11:00 | Sofia | Central Coach Station | 14:30 | Veliko Tarnovo | Bus Stop | Basic | £12 |
A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 14/12/2025 11:00:00 to Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) arriving at 14/12/2025 14:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 30m
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| Union Ivkoni | 3h 15m | 06:15 | Sofia | Central Coach Station | 09:30 | Veliko Tarnovo | Bus Stop | Basic | £12 |
A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 14/12/2025 06:15:00 to Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) arriving at 14/12/2025 09:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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| Union Ivkoni | 3h 15m | 16:00 | Sofia | Central Coach Station | 19:15 | Veliko Tarnovo | Bus Stop | Basic | £12 |
A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 14/12/2025 16:00:00 to Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) arriving at 14/12/2025 19:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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| Union Ivkoni | 3h 15m | 06:15 | Sofia | Central Coach Station | 09:30 | Veliko Tarnovo | Bus Stop | Basic | £11 |
A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 19/12/2025 06:15:00 to Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) arriving at 19/12/2025 09:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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| Union Ivkoni | 3h 15m | 16:00 | Sofia | Central Coach Station | 19:15 | Veliko Tarnovo | Bus Stop | Basic | £11 |
A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 19/12/2025 16:00:00 to Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) arriving at 19/12/2025 19:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £11 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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| Grup Plus | 3h 0m | 00:30 | Sofia | Central Coach Station | 03:30 | Veliko Tarnovo | Bus Stop | Basic | £12 |
A Bus from Grup Plus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 19/12/2025 00:30:00 to Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) arriving at 19/12/2025 03:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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| Grup Plus | 3h 15m | 06:00 | Sofia | Central Coach Station | 09:15 | Veliko Tarnovo | Bus Stop | Basic | £12 |
A Bus from Grup Plus goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 19/12/2025 06:00:00 to Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) arriving at 19/12/2025 09:15:00. 50 Basic ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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| Global Biomet | 3h 15m | 07:30 | Sofia | Central Coach Station | 10:45 | Veliko Tarnovo | Bus Stop | Basic | £12 |
A Bus from Global Biomet goes from Central Coach Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 19/12/2025 07:30:00 to Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) arriving at 19/12/2025 10:45:00. 50 Basic ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo is £11 on 19/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.
What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo?
Friday
is the busiest day, with more than 45 daily coaches from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 27 daily coaches between Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 29 coaches from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo, while Night sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo, with 4 offers.
All facts for Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo bus at a glance
Compare all coach operators like Group Plus Ltd, Grup Plus and Union Ivkoni that travel daily 36 times by bus from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo in one click. Book your Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo bus ticket starting from £11!
| Cheapest Bus | £11 |
| Fastest Bus | 3h 0m |
| Earliest Coach | 06:00 |
| Latest Coach | 21:30 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 36 Ø |
| Distance | 191.7 km |
| Coach Companies | Group Plus Ltd, Grup Plus, Union Ivkoni, Global Biomet and Biomet |
What are the cheapest coach tickets from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo?
Every day, 36 buses from 5 coach companies leave Sofia for Veliko Tarnovo. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 14/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
08/12
Tuesday
09/12
Wednesday
10/12
Thursday
11/12
Friday
12/12
Saturday
13/12
Sunday
14/12
£13
Monday
15/12
Tuesday
16/12
£12
Wednesday
17/12
Thursday
18/12
£12
Friday
19/12
£11
Saturday
20/12
Sunday
21/12
Monday
22/12
Tuesday
23/12
Wednesday
24/12
£11
Thursday
25/12
Friday
26/12
Saturday
27/12
£15
Sunday
28/12
Monday
29/12
Tuesday
30/12
Wednesday
31/12
£12
Thursday
01/01
Friday
02/01
Saturday
03/01
Sunday
04/01
The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
With a price starting from £11, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £12.
Night
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo, with £11. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £12.
How to save money travelling from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.
Book the ticket from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo, 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 coaches from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo are also emptier.Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.
What are the most popular bus companies from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo?
These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo timetable.
Group Plus Ltd from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
Here you will find the key facts about the Group Plus Ltd bus route Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo:
| Cheapest Price | £12 |
| Fastest Coach | 3h 0m |
| Earliest Coach | 06:00 |
| Last Coach | 21:30 |
| Daily Connections | 16 Ø |
| Found on | 10/12/2025 |
Grup Plus from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
Here you will find the key facts about the Grup Plus bus route Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo:
| Cheapest Price | £12 |
| Fastest Coach | 3h 0m |
| Earliest Coach | 06:00 |
| Last Coach | 21:30 |
| Daily Connections | 12 Ø |
| Found on | 10/12/2025 |
Biomet from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
Here you will find the key facts about the Biomet bus route Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo:
| Cheapest Price | £16 |
| Fastest Coach | 3h 15m |
| Earliest Coach | 07:30 |
| Last Coach | 07:30 |
| Daily Connections | 1 Ø |
| Found on | 10/12/2025 |
In total 5 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.
All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo
Here is a map with all coach stations in Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.
All you need to know when you travel by bus from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.
FAQs for Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo bus
How much does a Sofia Veliko Tarnovo coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Sofia Veliko Tarnovo bus trip is available from £11 and takes 3h 15m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo?
This connection is offered by 5 companies with ticket prices ranging from £11 to £16. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Veliko Tarnovo.
How many connections are available for the Sofia Veliko Tarnovo route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo is offered by roughly 36 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Veliko Tarnovo from Sofia take?
The quickest coach from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo is provided by Grup Plus and takes 3h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £12. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo?
The earliest bus to Veliko Tarnovo departs from Sofia at 06:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last coach from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo?
The latest bus to Veliko Tarnovo departs from Sofia at 21:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies serve the Sofia Veliko Tarnovo route?
Passengers looking to travel from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo can travel with Group Plus Ltd, Grup Plus and Union Ivkoni. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo?
You can check all the direct connections between Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Group Plus Ltd, Grup Plus and Union Ivkoni.
What can I take with me on the bus to Veliko Tarnovo from Sofia?
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 bus for the Sofia Veliko Tarnovo bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Sofia Veliko Tarnovo 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 travelling 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 Veliko Tarnovo on your planned travel date.
How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo?
CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 36 daily trips between Sofia and Veliko Tarnovo. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.
How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo?
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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Sofia to Veliko Tarnovo
Basic
Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.
More bus routes to Sofia and to Veliko Tarnovo
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Sofia and to Veliko Tarnovo. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
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Popular Airport Transfers to Sofia and to Veliko Tarnovo
