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Total bus departures

2 available trips

Direct bus

Kyiv – Sofia direct route

Number of carriers

2 companies on the route

Departure schedule

from 07:00 to 13:10

Ticket price

from ₴3,800 to ₴4,800

Travel time

from 26h 40m to 27h 0m

Distance between cities

Kyiv – Sofia: 1464.3 km

Countries through which the bus passes

Ukraine, Romania, Bulgaria

Earliest arrival in Sofia

10:00

Latest arrival in Sofia

15:50

The cheapest

  • 07:00

    Tue, 15.09.26

    Kyiv

  • 10:00

    Wed, 16.09.26

    Sofia

Carrier:

ФОП Савчук Р.В. (E.Line Tour)

₴3,800

Carrier:

ФОП Савчук Р.В. (E.Line Tour)
The fastest

  • 13:10

    Tue, 15.09.26

    Kyiv

  • 15:50

    Wed, 16.09.26

    Sofia

Carrier:

ТОВ "А.К. ГЕРМЕС"

₴4,800

Carrier:

ТОВ "А.К. ГЕРМЕС"
Early arrival

  • 07:00

    Tue, 15.09.26

    Kyiv

  • 10:00

    Wed, 16.09.26

    Sofia

Carrier:

ФОП Савчук Р.В. (E.Line Tour)

₴3,800

Carrier:

ФОП Савчук Р.В. (E.Line Tour)
Last departure

  • 13:10

    Tue, 15.09.26

    Kyiv

  • 15:50

    Wed, 16.09.26

    Sofia

Carrier:

ТОВ "А.К. ГЕРМЕС"

₴4,800

Carrier:

ТОВ "А.К. ГЕРМЕС"

Bus stops in Kyiv:

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Peremogha Avenue

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вулиця Василя Липківського, 14/18

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Ukraine

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Questions - Answers

The bus on the route Kyiv – Sofia departs from stationm. Zhitomirs'ka, avtosalon Infiniti. You can view this location on Google Maps. Please note that the exact departure address will be specified on your ticket.

The bus arrives at АЗС "Shell". View location on Google Maps. The exact arrival location for your selected trip will be indicated on your ticket.

For children under 10 years old, pensioners and military personnel, discounts from 10 to 20% apply. You can take advantage of them on the ticket purchase page. There is also a loyalty program that allows you to get cashback of up to 10%. And the Early Booking service will help you save even more (up to 50%).

To book a ticket, use the search form on the website or in the KLR Bus mobile application. When booking tickets, there is an option to select your preferred seat on the bus for a more comfortable journey.

The day before the trip, we will send an SMS with your bus number, and 2 hours before departure, you will be able to track its movement in the mobile application. In case of a transfer, the bus number and platform will be announced by the driver.

No, you don't need to. Just show your ticket on your smartphone or tablet. You don't need to print your tickets for our partners' flights either. You can find your e-ticket in your email and in your personal account on the website or in the application.

Each passenger may bring two suitcases weighing up to 20 kg each (maximum size 90x60x40 cm), plus one piece of hand luggage up to 5 kg. More details in the terms and conditions.

Yes, you can travel with pets. Depending on the weight of your pet, there are certain rules for transportation. For a comfortable trip, please use a carrier with a hard bottom and prepare the necessary documents for crossing the border. To transport a pet, you must purchase a full-price ticket with a separate seat.

Yes, you can order insurance for international flights at our call center at +380 (68) 770-60-30.

You can reschedule your travel date no more than twice. To do this, please contact our support service. It is also possible to completely change the route by paying the difference to the full cost of the new ticket. More details in the terms and conditions.

To quickly request a refund for your bus ticket, please send an email to info@klr.com.ua with the following details:

  • passenger's full name;
  • ticket or order number;
  • travel date;
  • route name (departure and destination).

You'll receive a refund form template in reply. Please note, the refund process may take up to 10 banking days.

If you're late, please call our contact center immediately – our team will provide all the necessary information and assistance.

Step-by-step instructions on how to travel Kyiv – Sofia

Among the travel options to Sofia, a bus route from KLR Bus remains one of the most convenient. You can buy a bus ticket Kyiv – Sofia online — and as a result, you get a trip where safety and comfort are placed first. Two additional options are available for passengers: choosing a specific seat in the cabin or the “Travel Without a Neighbour” service. After payment, the electronic ticket is automatically sent to your email. It is also stored in your personal account — you will find it both on the website and in the mobile application. We recommend downloading the KLR Bus application for Android or iOS in advance — two hours before departure, it will start showing exactly where the bus is located, so finding the boarding point will not be difficult. For our team, such online monitoring is also an internal control tool: it guarantees that bus transportation takes place strictly according to schedule. You should arrive at the stop no later than 30 minutes before departure. The drivers will help you with your luggage on site. Boarding the Kyiv – Sofia bus route is carried out with the following list of documents:
  1. a ticket — we check it from the screen of a smartphone or tablet;
  2. a passport (for a child — a birth certificate);
  3. a document confirming the right to a preferential discount, if you used it.

How the price of a bus ticket Kyiv – Sofia is formed

A bus ticket is available from ₴3,800. The price is not fixed — it is adjusted based on several factors:
  • demand for a specific route during a certain period — holidays and the high season increase the price;
  • how far in advance you plan to purchase the ticket. The logic is simple: the earlier, the cheaper. When purchasing 30–39 days before the departure date, the discount reaches 30%; 40–49 days in advance — 40%; and 50 or more days in advance — 50%.
A few tips to make the trip as affordable as possible:
  • start planning in advance — especially if you are travelling in summer;
  • check the price calendar: it shows the cost for the coming months and allows you to quickly choose the optimal day;
  • subscribe by email — you will immediately receive a 5% discount on your first trip, and after that, current promo codes and discounts will be sent to your email;
  • register for the loyalty programme — for this, UAH 100 will be credited to your bonus balance;
  • pay attention to the preferential categories when ordering a ticket: children under 10 years of age, pensioners, and military personnel.
If you purchase a Kyiv – Sofia bus ticket through the website in advance, you are guaranteed to depart on the selected date at an attractive price.

Logistics and stops on the Kyiv – Sofia route

Every year, the KLR Bus carrier renews its fleet, so modern Van Hool, Beulas Jewel, Neoplan, and Setra buses with a full range of amenities operate on the routes:
  • XXL seats with a distance of 80 cm between them — plenty of legroom and the ability to recline;
  • Starlink on board — stable and fast internet;
  • 230V power sockets and USB ports;
  • working toilets and a smart air-conditioning system;
  • pleasant extras — complimentary drinks and, upon request, child seats and a carrier for your pet.
Even from small towns, a convenient transfer to our terminals in Lviv and Khmelnytskyi is provided, from where passengers then depart abroad. The bus makes stops on average every 2–3 hours, depending on the number of settlements. You can view the stops on the map above. The Kyiv – Sofia bus schedule takes into account the working and rest time regulations for drivers in accordance with the rules of the transit countries: they are required to take a break at least every 4.5 hours of continuous driving. The bus makes stops at specially equipped parking areas, bus stations, or petrol stations. As a rule, there is everything passengers need there: toilets, shops, as well as fast-food establishments such as McDonald’s. Our routes are planned to provide passengers with a fast transfer to the main stations in Sofia.

Travel time of the Kyiv – Sofia bus

The trip will take approximately 26 hours 40 minutes. The distance between Kyiv and Sofia is approximately 1464.3 km.

Bus timetable and departure frequency

Buses on the Kyiv – Sofia route run 2 times a day. The first departure is at 07:00, and the last one is at 13:10. The first route arrives in Sofia at 10:00, and the latest one arrives at 15:50. For details for a specific date, use the search form: it shows the full bus timetable and current prices.

Documents and nuances of crossing the border

To travel outside Ukraine, you need:
  • ✔️ a biometric international passport with a chip, valid for at least three months after the end of the trip;
  • ✔️ medical insurance, which can be arranged through the KLR contact centre;
  • ✔️ confirmation of the purpose of the trip: accommodation booking, an invitation, or a return ticket;
  • ✔️ for children under 16 years of age — an international passport and a birth certificate. During martial law, the consent of the second parent may not be required; however, the final rules are determined by the border guard service, so we still recommend having such a document. Check the current requirements before the trip;
  • ✔️ a military registration document, either in paper form or in the “Reserve+” application, containing up-to-date information, including for men aged 18–22.
To arrange medical insurance, you will need:
  • ✔️ The first page of the international passport. If the documents are in “Diia”, screenshots of the opened passport must be provided.
  • ✔️ A tax identification number, which is mandatory for adults and not required for children. If there is no identification number, prepare the first and second pages of the Ukrainian passport, the page confirming refusal of a tax identification number, and photos of both sides of the ID card.
At customs control, two drivers are usually involved. One hands over the vehicle documents and all permit documentation to the customs officers, while the other coordinates the passengers: communicates the border guards’ instructions and informs them which documents to prepare. At his instruction or at the instruction of the border guards, passengers leave the bus for passport control. If something goes wrong at the border, the drivers will suggest the optimal solution.
Thanks to modern buses, internet on board, climate control, and complimentary drinks, the journey passes quickly and sometimes even completely unnoticed :) Therefore, we recommend not hesitating and booking your tickets now. Still not sure about the trip and considering the departure date and other details? In this case, use the ticket reservation service. The service allows you to reserve a Kyiv – Sofia bus ticket without payment. However, please note: if another passenger pays for your seat, the reservation voucher will be cancelled. ✅ KLR Bus is about your safety, comfort, a convenient bus timetable, and, at the same time, affordable prices. Buy tickets online and travel without worries!

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