The cheapest and fastest coaches from Sofia to Varna
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- €20
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- €21
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 6 h 15 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 6 h 31 m
- Buses on 13 Nov
- 10
- Distance
- 378 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Sofia to Varna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Varna will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only €20.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 10 buses from Sofia to Varna, including 10 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 378 km distance in an average of 6 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 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.

6:30 AM 7h00 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 1:30 PM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) €20 1 One-way 0 changes
5:00 PM 7h10 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 12:10 AM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) €20 1 One-way 0 changes
3:30 PM 6h45 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 10:15 PM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) €20 1 One-way 0 changes
12:30 AM 6h30 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 7:00 AM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) €20 1 One-way 0 changes
12:30 PM 7h00 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 7:30 PM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) €20 1 One-way 0 changes
04:30 PM 6h15 Sofia 10:45 PM Varna €24 1 One-way 0 changes
12:30 AM 6h30 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 7:00 AM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) €20 1 One-way 0 changes
10:30 PM 6h30 Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) 5:00 AM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) €20 1 One-way 0 changes
07:30 AM 6h36 Sofia 2:06 PM Varna €24 1 One-way 0 changes
3:30 PM 6h45 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 10:15 PM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) €20 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Varna
Buses from Sofia to Varna run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 378 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 378 km |
Average bus duration 7h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Sofia to Varna trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Sofia to Varna.
Live departures
Sofia to Varna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Varna coaches for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 7h00 | 7:30 PM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 2:00 PM Sofia | 6h15 | 8:15 PM Varna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 6h45 | 10:15 PM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 4:30 PM Sofia | 6h15 | 10:45 PM Varna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 7h10 | 12:10 AM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 6h30 | 2:00 AM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM Sofiya, Avtogara Serdika (София, Автогара Сердика) | 7h00 | 5:30 AM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
![]() | 12:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 6h30 | 7:00 AM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 7h00 | 1:30 PM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 7:30 AM Sofia | 6h36 | 2:06 PM Varna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 7h10 | 4:40 PM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 7h35 | 6:05 PM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Bus providers: Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет), Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, FlixBus, Group Plus from Sofia to VarnaYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Varna with Global Biomet (Глобал Биомет), Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, FlixBus, Group Plus for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Sofia and Varna
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
FAQs: Sofia to Varna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Varna by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Varna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Sofia and Varna
Most Sofia to Varna buses use the Sofia (София) to Varna station pair, with some services arriving at Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара). Use this guide to compare Sofia and Varna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Sofia station do buses to Varna leave from?
Getting to Sofia (София) from Sofia city centre
Sofia (София) bus station facilities and services
Sofia (София) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small cafes available nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sofia (София). ATMs are aTM machines available onsite.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia (София).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia (София): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia (София): Facilities are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) from Sofia city centre
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) bus station facilities and services
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
Which Varna station do buses from Sofia arrive at?
Getting to Varna from Varna city centre
Varna bus station facilities and services
Varna has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Snack bar and vending machines on site.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTM located in the main hall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Varna.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Varna: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Varna: Wheelchair ramps and accessible entrances.
Getting to Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) from Varna city centre
Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) is 1 km from Varna city centre. Public transport options include:
Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) bus station facilities and services
Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Varna (in the station), Bistro Bulgaria (0.5 km), Restaurant Sea View (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Varna, E87 - Ekopark (Варна, E87 - Екопарк) from Varna city centre
Varna, E87 - Ekopark (Варна, E87 - Екопарк) is 7 km from Varna city centre. Public transport options include:
Varna, E87 - Ekopark (Варна, E87 - Екопарк) bus station facilities and services
Varna, E87 - Ekopark (Варна, E87 - Екопарк) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Varna, E87 - Ekopark (Варна, E87 - Екопарк). ATMs are available at Varna, E87 - Ekopark (Варна, E87 - Екопарк).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Varna, E87 - Ekopark (Варна, E87 - Екопарк).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Varna, E87 - Ekopark (Варна, E87 - Екопарк): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Varna, E87 - Ekopark (Варна, E87 - Екопарк): Minimal facilities for disabled access.
Bus stations for Sofia to Varna
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