How to get from Sofia to Varna
- 377 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 7h 22m
- 7 train departures a day with Bulgarian State Railways
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We compared the ways to travel from Sofia to Varna. The most useful door-to-door route takes 11h 30m by bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 377 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 17, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
377 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €40Reading date not recorded | 7h 22mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €20Omio catalogue, Sep 26 | 11h 30m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Train€40Reading date not recorded7h 22m · directSee Train details
- Bus€20Omio catalogue, Sep 2611h 30m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Sofia to Varna: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Sofia → Haskovobus
ArdaTur·3h 25m - 2Haskovo → VarnabusArdaTur·6h 30m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Sofia to Varna
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€55Departures from Sofia to Varna
Bulgarian State Railways runs 7 scheduled departures a day, the first at 07:15 and the last at 23:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulgarian State Railwaystrain | 7 | 07:15 | 23:30 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 6h 15m€20Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 26
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with ArdaTur, Bulgarian State Railways; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Sofia to Varna works
Start with a ArdaTur bus from Sofia to Haskovo, about 3h 25m. Transfer in Haskovo and continue by ArdaTur bus on to Varna (6h 30m). In total it's roughly €39 over 11h 30m, 1 transfer.
Sofia to Varna: common questions
How long does it take to get from Sofia to Varna?
The most useful route takes about 11h 30m by bus, 1 transfer.
When is the first train from Sofia to Varna?
The first train with Bulgarian State Railways leaves at 07:15 and the last at 23:30, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Sofia to Varna?
7 a day with Bulgarian State Railways, between 07:15 and 23:30.
Is there a bus from Sofia to Varna?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Varna from Sofia?
About 377 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Sofia to Varna cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €39. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Sofia to Varna?
On this route you travel with ArdaTur, Bulgarian State Railways.
What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia to Varna?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: ArdaTur
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 17 Sep 2026