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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sofia to Varna
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
7 h 31 m
Average duration
10 h 27 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
368 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sofia to Varna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Varna will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 4 trains that leave Sofia for Varna on Fri, May 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 368 km distance in an average of 10 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 31 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 19 h 5 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.
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7:15 AM7h35Sofia2:50 PMVarna$211One-way0 transfers- 10:21 AM7h31Sofia5:52 PMVarna$211One-way0 transfers
- 1:20 PM7h35Sofia8:55 PMVarna$211One-way0 transfers
- 5:05 PM19h05Sofia12:10 PMVarna$231One-way1 transfer
- 10:21 AM7h31Sofia5:52 PMVarna$211One-way0 transfers
- 7:15 AM7h35Sofia2:50 PMVarna$211One-way0 transfers
- 1:20 PM7h35Sofia8:55 PMVarna$211One-way0 transfers
- 5:05 PM19h05Sofia12:10 PMVarna$231One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sofia to Varna
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Varna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $85.
Distance: 228 miles (368 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$22 Average price Cheapest | $139 Average price | $23 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 34m Average total duration 10h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sofia to Varna:
A train is $2 (€1) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sofia to Varna costing on average $23 (€19).
A train is $118 (€94) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Varna costing on average $139 (€111).
Other travel options to Varna take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
Train takes on average 10h 4m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Bulgarian Railways (BDZh).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Sofia to Varna train times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Varna trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 AM Sofia | 7h35 | 2:50 PM Varna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:21 AM Sofia | 7h31 | 5:52 PM Varna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:20 PM Sofia | 7h35 | 8:55 PM Varna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:05 PM Sofia | 19h05 | 12:10 PM Varna | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sofia to Varna
Bulgaria
Serbia
Trains from Sofia to Varna run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 17:05. The fastest train covers the 228 miles (368 km) distance in 7h 31m.
Distance 228 miles (368 km) |
Average train duration 10h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 31m |
First train 7:15 AM |
Last train 5:05 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) from Sofia to Varna trainsBulgarian Railways (BDZh) trains will get you between Sofia and Varna from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)
FAQs: Trains from Sofia to Varna
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