- Must visit
The National Museum of Art of Romania
Romania’s leading fine arts museum, housed in the former Royal Palace, with major collections of Romanian medieval, modern, and European art.
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 45 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Varna to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Varna to Bucharest will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 1 buses that leave Varna for Bucharest on Wed, May 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 198 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Varna to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $232.
Distance: 123 miles (198 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $350 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 26m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Varna to Bucharest:
A bus is $321 (€259) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Varna to Bucharest costing on average $350 (€282).
Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:
Flight takes on average 12h 26m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $65 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $35 (€29). The journey takes 5h 11m versus 3h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Infobus, pegasus, FlixBus, Pegasus, PEGASUS GROUP Ltd., Omega Group.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Pegasus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Pegasus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Pegasus | Departure Time 11:35AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Pegasus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Varna to Bucharest buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 4:00 PM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 5h45 | 9:45 PM București, Autogara Militari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Varna to Bucharest run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 123 miles (198 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 123 miles (198 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Bucharest — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bucharest trip today.
Romania’s leading fine arts museum, housed in the former Royal Palace, with major collections of Romanian medieval, modern, and European art.
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An open-air museum of traditional houses, churches, and farm buildings relocated from across Romania, ideal for culture and photography.
The historic core of Bucharest, popular for lively streets, restored architecture, churches, passages, and a strong day-to-night atmosphere.
One of Bucharest’s grandest avenues, lined with historic buildings, museums, hotels, and elegant façades, especially pleasant for walking.
A large park around Herăstrău Lake, popular for walking, cycling, boating, and open green spaces near major museums.
Cabbage rolls stuffed with minced pork and rice, slowly cooked and often served with polenta and sour cream. A defining Romanian comfort dish found across Bucharest.
Grilled skinless sausages made from spiced minced meat, usually eaten with mustard and bread. They are one of the city’s most iconic street and beer-garden foods.
A rich sour tripe soup with garlic, vinegar, and cream, often finished with chili. It is a classic Romanian specialty popular in traditional Bucharest restaurants.
Upscale fine dining restaurant known for creative tasting menus and modern presentation, offering one of Bucharest’s best special-occasion meals.
Well-regarded restaurant serving refined Romanian cuisine with regional ingredients in a stylish but relaxed setting near the center.
Historic beer hall and restaurant in the Old Town, famous for Romanian classics, ornate interiors, and lively traditional atmosphere.
Budget-friendly by European capital standards. Food, coffee, and local transport are good value; upscale hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service may be included; check the bill first. If not, 10% is standard in restaurants. Round up or add 5-10% for taxis. Small tips are appreciated for hotel staff.
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