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Varna Archaeological Museum
The city’s flagship museum, famous for the Varna Gold treasure and rich Thracian, Greek, Roman, and medieval collections. One of the most important museum visits in Varna.
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Buses per day
8
Distance
186 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 8 buses that leave Veliko Tarnovo for Varna on Sat, May 30, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct buses cover the 186 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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.
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0Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $16.
Distance: 115 miles (186 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna:
A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna costing on average $17 (€14).
Other travel options to Varna take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 23m.
Tickets start at around $17 (€14) compared to roughly $49 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $32 (€26). The journey takes 3h 21m versus 2h 45m 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 Global Biomet, Group Plus, Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет), Grup Plus - Etap Adresss.
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 Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет) | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет) | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 02:06PM | Duration 3h21 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет) | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет) | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет) | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет) | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет) | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Group Plus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет) | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator | Departure Time 08:31PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 3h39 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Group Plus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $17 |
The table below shows live departures for Veliko Tarnovo to Varna buses for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:31 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h39 | 12:10 AM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 3h00 | 2:00 AM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
0 | 10:45 AM Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) | 3h21 | 2:06 PM Varna | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:45 AM Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) | 3h00 | 2:45 PM Varna | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:15 PM Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) | 3h00 | 5:15 PM Varna | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 4:15 PM Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) | 3h00 | 7:15 PM Varna | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:30 PM Veliko Tarnovo, Avtogara Ûg (Велико Търново, Автогара Юг) | 12h55 | 5:25 AM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 1 transfer | |
0 | 5:15 PM Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) | 3h00 | 8:15 PM Varna | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:15 PM Veliko Tarnovo (Велико-Тирново) | 3h00 | 10:15 PM Varna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by train.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 115 miles (186 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 115 miles (186 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 12:45 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Varna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Varna trip today.
The city’s flagship museum, famous for the Varna Gold treasure and rich Thracian, Greek, Roman, and medieval collections. One of the most important museum visits in Varna.
A private museum with vintage socialist-era cars, household objects, and memorabilia. Popular for its nostalgic atmosphere and unusual photo opportunities.
A well-regarded museum covering Bulgarian maritime history, ship models, naval artifacts, and the preserved torpedo boat Drazki in the garden.
Varna’s signature seaside park with promenades, gardens, monuments, viewpoints, and access to cultural sites. The city’s essential walking area.
A lively waterfront walking stretch popular in warm months for sea views, sunsets, and easy access to the beach and nearby attractions.
The main central pedestrian-friendly shopping and strolling street, lined with historic facades, shops, and city life. A natural part of any first visit.
A classic Bulgarian salad of tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions, and grated sirene cheese. It is one of the country’s most iconic starters and very common in Varna.
A cold yogurt soup with cucumber, dill, garlic, and walnuts. It is especially popular on the Black Sea coast in summer because it is light and refreshing.
Black Sea mussels cooked with white wine, garlic, and herbs. Varna is a natural place to try them thanks to its coastal location and seafood tradition.
A well-known Varna restaurant serving Bulgarian dishes, grilled meats, and Black Sea specialties in a traditional, lively setting.
An established restaurant in Varna known for reliable Bulgarian and European dishes, generous portions, and a casual atmosphere.
A popular seaside restaurant with a ship-themed interior, known for seafood, fish, and pleasant views near the coast.
Affordable by European beach-city standards. Food, coffee, and local transport are low cost; summer hotels near the sea rise in price.
About 10% in restaurants if service is good. Round up in taxis. Small tips are appreciated for hotel staff; not expected for counter service.
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