Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Serdika | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Starptautiskā autoosta | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Starptautiskā autoosta | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Serdika | Starptautiskā autoosta | No tags |
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Get from Sofia to Riga
The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just RUB 9 508, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Sofia and Riga
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Riga
- B
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia - C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia - D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
Compare bus companies
Based on 13076 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at RUB 9 508
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Riga by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Riga?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Riga start at RUB 9 508. The average price for this route is around RUB 19 683. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sofia to Riga?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Riga is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1583 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 20h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Riga route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Riga?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Riga at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Riga?
A bus trip from Sofia to Riga produces an estimated 39.557375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sofia to Riga was searched and found on 26 Jul 2026 with a price of RUB 16 724To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Riga as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from RUB 16 724 to RUB 22 797 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Riga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 18 125, which is on 2026-07-27.
