What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Ruse?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Ruse is to bus which costs $25 - $45 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia to Ruse?

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Ruse is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Ruse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Central Bus Station station and arriving at Ruse Central Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Sofia to Ruse?

The distance between Sofia and Ruse is 311 km. The road distance is 310.4 km.

How do I travel from Sofia to Ruse without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia to Ruse without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs $25 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Sofia to Ruse?

The bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Ruse Central Bus Station takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Ruse bus from?

Sofia to Ruse bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where does the Sofia to Ruse bus arrive?

Sofia to Ruse bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Ruse Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sofia to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Ruse is 310 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Sofia to Ruse.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sofia to Ruse?

Book your Sofia to Ruse bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 20+ hotels available in Ruse.

Sofia to Ruse - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 3 ways to get from Sofia to Ruse by bus, car, plane, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Ruse Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
4h 30m
$25–45
Drive 310.4 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Rusecar 310.4 km
3h 56m
$49–71
Fly, shuttle
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane SOF - VAR
2. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Ruseshuttle
6h 17m
$155–399

Sofia to Ruse by bus

125Weekly Buses

4h 30mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 310.8 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Sofia, Bulgaria and Ruse, Bulgaria?

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Ruse Central Bus Station every 4 hours, and the journey takes 4h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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