How to get from Varna to Bucharest
- 209 km as the crow flies
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
22h 10m
1 transfer
Train + Bus
€67
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Varna to Bucharest. The most useful door-to-door route takes 22h 10m by train, bus, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 209 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
209 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €99Checked Sep 25 | 16h 15m1 transfer | See Flight details |
| Train | €67Reading date not recorded | 22h 10m1 transfer | See Train details |
- Flight€99Checked Sep 2516h 15m · 1 transferSee Flight details
- Train€67Reading date not recorded22h 10m · 1 transferSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Varna to Bucharest: 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.
- 1Varna → SofiatrainBulgarian State Railways·7h 42m
- 2Sofia → Bucharest Airport Henri Coandabus
FlixBus·6h 35m
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, Varna to Bucharest
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€54Departure 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· 4h 05m€19Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 26
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusSofia-Bucharest Airport Henri CoandaBook →
Turkish AirlinesIstanbul Airport-Sofia AirportSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Bulgarian State Railways, FlixBus, Turkish Airlines; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Varna to Bucharest works
Start with a Bulgarian State Railways train from Varna to Sofia, about 7h 42m. Transfer in Sofia and continue by FlixBus bus on to Bucharest Airport Henri Coanda (6h 35m). In total it's roughly €67 over 22h 10m, 1 transfer.
Varna to Bucharest: common questions
How long does it take to get from Varna to Bucharest?
The most useful route takes about 22h 10m by train, bus, 1 transfer.
Is there a train from Varna to Bucharest?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a bus from Varna to Bucharest?
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 Bucharest from Varna?
About 209 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Varna to Bucharest cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €67. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Varna to Bucharest?
On this route you travel with Bulgarian State Railways, FlixBus, Turkish Airlines.
Can you get from Varna to Bucharest without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 4h 05m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Varna to Bucharest?
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: Bulgarian State Railways, FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026