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Sofia to Varna

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Eleven ways to Travel from Sofia to Varna

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Cheapest
By car (498 km)
5 h
498 km.
from $27
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Rideshare
5 h
498 km.
from $18.95
Train, Plane (Train)
3 h 45 min
340 km.
from $263.28
Bus (Bus)
8 h 43 min
340 km.
from $113.22
Bus via Plovdiv (Bus via Plovdiv)
10 h
340 km.
from $5.43
Train, Plane (Train)
4 h 32 min
314 km.
from $279.59
Bus (Bus)
8 h 43 min
314 km.
from $113.22
Bus via Plovdiv (Bus via Plovdiv)
10 h
314 km.
from $5.43
Bus via Shumen (Bus via Shumen)
7 h 45 min
352 km.
from $28.04
Bus via Shumen (Bus via Shumen)
7 h 45 min
378 km.
from $28.04

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Shumen Bus Station to Varna
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.37–$16.42

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Email:
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Samokov Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.69–$25.27

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Varna
Ave. Duration:
8h 1m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$59.38–$82.12
Bus from Plovdiv to Varna
Ave. Duration:
6h 31m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$58.11–$82.12

Grup Plus - Etap Adresss

Phone:
+359 2 989000
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/bg
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Varna
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.21–$24.00
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Shumen
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.42–$20.21
Bus from Shumen Bus Station to Varna
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.19–$7.58

Global Biomet

Phone:
:+3599884551
Email:
Website:
biomet.bg/
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Varna
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.42–$22.74

Kyustendil Municipality Transport

Phone:
+359 7855 0204
Email:
Website:
kyustendil.bg/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=319&Itemid=273&lang=bg
Bus from Samokov to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Once daily

Razgrad Municipality Bus

Phone:
(084) 660811
Website:
razgrad.bg/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=100&Itemid=131&lang=bg
Bus from Shumen Bus Station to Varna
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Kostenets to Iskarsko
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.65–$5.94
Train from Kostenets to Varna
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.37–$18.95
Train from Sofia Sever to Varna
Ave. Duration:
7h 31m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.63–$20.21
Train from Sofia to Provadiya
Ave. Duration:
7h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.37–$18.95
Train from Sofia to Varna
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.00–$20.21

Airlines

Bulgaria Air

Website:
air.bg/en/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Varna
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.17–$189.50

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Varna is to train which costs $10.87 - $18.48 and takes 8h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Varna is to train and fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $103.26 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Varna?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia station to Varna station. However, there are services departing from Samokov Bus Station and arriving at Varna Central Bus Station via Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

How far is it from Sofia to Varna?

The distance between Sofia and Varna is 444 km. The road distance is 503 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Varna without a car is to bus which takes 8h 43m and costs $65.22 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Sofia to Varna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Varna bus from?

Sofia to Varna bus services, operated by Traventuria, depart from Samokov Bus Station.

Train or bus from Sofia to Varna?

The best way to get from Sofia to Varna is to bus which takes 8h 43m and costs $65.22 - $92.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10.87 - $18.48 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Sofia to Varna bus arrive?

Sofia to Varna bus services, operated by Traventuria, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Sofia and Varna?

It is currently 01:07 at both, Sofia and Varna.

Can I drive from Sofia to Varna?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Varna is 503 km. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Sofia to Varna.

Where can I stay near Varna?

There are 1718+ hotels available in Varna. Prices start at $29.80 per night.
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