How to get from Varna to Sofia
- 377 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 7h 42m
- 7 train departures a day with Bulgarian State Railways
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
7h 42m
direct
Train
€40
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Varna to Sofia. The most useful door-to-door route takes 7h 42m by train with no 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 is the lowest fare we have recorded for this route in the last 14 days.
377 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €68Checked Sep 25 | 1h 15mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €40Reading date not recorded | 7h 42mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €43Older observation | 11h 53m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€68Checked Sep 251h 15m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€40Reading date not recorded7h 42m · directSee Train details
- Bus€43Older observation11h 53m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Varna to Sofia: 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
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 Sofia
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€47Departures from Varna to Sofia
Bulgarian State Railways runs 7 scheduled departures a day, the first at 07:50 and the last at 23:40.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bulgarian State Railwaystrain | 7 | 07:50 | 23:40 |
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
Turkish AirlinesIstanbul Airport-Sofia AirportSee live options and dates →
ArdaTurVarna-Stara ZagoraBook →On this route you travel with Bulgarian State Railways, Turkish Airlines, ArdaTur; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Varna to Sofia works
Start with a Bulgarian State Railways train from Varna to Sofia, about 7h 42m. In total it's roughly €40 over 7h 42m, direct, no transfers.
Varna to Sofia: common questions
How long does it take to get from Varna to Sofia?
The most useful route takes about 7h 42m by train, with no transfer.
When is the first train from Varna to Sofia?
The first train with Bulgarian State Railways leaves at 07:50 and the last at 23:40, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Varna to Sofia?
7 a day with Bulgarian State Railways, between 07:50 and 23:40.
How far is Sofia from Varna?
About 377 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Varna to Sofia cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €40. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Varna to Sofia?
On this route you travel with Bulgarian State Railways, Turkish Airlines, ArdaTur.
Can you get from Varna to Sofia without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 6h 15m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Varna to Sofia?
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
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026