Facts about the bus from Sofia to Kavala
| Cheapest Bus | $42 |
| Fastest Bus | 6h |
| Earliest Bus | 7:30 AM |
| Latest Bus | 8:00 AM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 3 |
| Distance | 213 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | Citylines, Kaleia, Union Ivkoni International |
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Sofia to Kavala Destination Reviews
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Anonymous Caleia Company not providing the driver with the entry fee €45 for Greece, instead giving the drivet bulgarian currecy. Poor guy had to ask and rely on passenger to exchage the money- rather unprofessional from the company bosses.
Sofia to Kavala, Bus Standard AC, Kaleia, Aug 21, 2024
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Anonymous Interesting route via Bansko and Drama which we hadn’t travelled before. Prompt departure and arrived five minutes early. Good driver, aircon adequate for the hot day. Great value.
Sofia to Kavala, Bus Standard AC, Kaleia, Jun 18, 2024
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Anonymous Happy Customer.
Sofia to Kavala, Bus Standard AC, Kaleia, Aug 8, 2023
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Anonymous Transporting people and transporting potatoes are two very different things.. The driver drove the bus in an extremely risky manner, not considering that there were passengers behind him for whom he was responsible. He did not respect the speed limits indicated on the road signs and on average exceeded them by about 20 km/h. There wasn't a turn where all the passengers weren't stuck left or right on the sides of the bus. There were several situations on the road where we miraculously avoided an accident. If I were this driver's employer, I would immediately fire him, and if I were a police officer, I would take away his driver's license. Sooner or later, the driver's luck will fail him, and then everyone will wonder why this happened?
Sofia to Kavala, Bus Standard AC, Kaleia, Aug 7, 2023
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Anonymous Nervous driver, no space for knees and the clean bus. It was clean inside, no dusty surfaces, clear windows. Also, there were only around 15 sits taken so it was easy to breathe inside. The air-conditioning was in perfect condition and you can regulate the flow above your head which is nice. The curtains are quite thick so they protect you from the sun and hot window glass. It's not enough to buy the ticket online, you need to exchange it to a usual one at the bus station at the Kaleia company stand. Seats are super close together, even Ryanair gives more space so be aware even if you are the average height person. The driver was not in good mood from the beginning and it didn't got better. He was shouting and not happy with anything which was happening on the route. At some point there even was a cigarette smell during the driving.
Sofia to Kavala, Bus Standard AC, Kaleia, Jul 10, 2023
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Anonymous good bus service bad station service. Bus was fine and ok. My complaints have nothing to do with Kaleia. The Sofia bus station announced the bus as cancelled on their departure boards the evening before. That caused a lot of search for alternatives. It took half the night to find alternatives to save the ferry in Kavala. Just to find out that the cancelation announcement was mistaken. We even bought new tickest which we couldn't return any more (Bad service from Union Ivkoni!) Bus Stop information opens at 9am (!!!), while whole lot of busses leave much earlier. Who needs an informationoffice when must buses are gone?
Sofia to Kavala, Bus Standard AC, Kaleia, Jun 8, 2023
Sofia to Kavala Bus Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Union Ivkoni International | Standard AC | 07:30 | 14:00 | $45.88 | |
Kaleia | Standard AC | 08:00 | 14:00 | $35.71 | |
Karat S | Regular | 08:00 | 14:00 | $41.19 | |
Citylines | Standard AC | 08:00 | 14:00 | $38.38 |
How to get from Sofia to Kavala by Bus
Taking a bus to get from Sofia to Kavala is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.
It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Sofia to Kavala tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.
How far is it from Sofia to Kavala?
Traveling by bus, the distance from Sofia to Kavala depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.
To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.
How long does it take to get from Sofia to Kavala by Bus?
The estimate travel time from Sofia to Kavala is about 6h. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Sofia and Kavala may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.
Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.
Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.
How much does it cost to get from Sofia to Kavala by Bus?
The ticket price from Sofia to Kavala can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.
Sofia to Kavala timetable
To help you plan your trip, here is the Sofia to Kavala timetable of bus departure and arrival times.
Best Rated Companies for this Route
Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.
Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.
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Transportation from Sofia to Kavala
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Buses$ 41.85
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Flights$ 459.22
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Taxis$ 295.93
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available