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Varna, Bulgaria → Smolyan, Bulgaria

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Two ways to Travel from Varna to Smolyan

Composite routes from Varna to Smolyan

Cheapest
5 h 36 min
Car
435 km.
from $23
Other
5 h 36 min
Rideshare
435 km.
from $16.55

Transport providers

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Varna to Trakiya
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.48–$15.16
Train from Iskarsko Shose to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$4.42–$8.84
Train from Varna to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.48–$16.42

Airlines

Bulgaria Air

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

Bus operators

Crazy Holidays

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

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Email:
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Varna to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$94.75–$429.54

BG Razpisanie

Email:
Website:
bgrazpisanie.com/
Bus from Plovdiv to Smolyan
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.43–$10.11

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Varna to Smolyan is to train and bus which costs $13.04 - $22.83 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varna to Smolyan is to drive which takes 5h 52m and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Varna and Smolyan?

No, there is no direct bus from Varna to Smolyan. However, there are services departing from Varna and arriving at Smolyan via Plovdiv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

How far is it from Varna to Smolyan?

The distance between Varna and Smolyan is 476 km. The road distance is 462.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Varna to Smolyan without a car is to train and taxi which takes 6h 59m and costs $76.09 - $103.26 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Varna to Smolyan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varna to Smolyan bus from?

Varna to Smolyan bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, depart from Varna station.

Where does the Varna to Smolyan bus arrive?

Varna to Smolyan bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, arrive at Plovdiv station.

What is the time difference between Varna and Smolyan?

It is currently 03:10 at both, Varna and Smolyan.

Can I drive from Varna to Smolyan?

Yes, the driving distance between Varna to Smolyan is 462 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Varna to Smolyan.

Where can I stay near Smolyan?

There are 577+ hotels available in Smolyan. Prices start at $48.63 per night.
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