- Distance: 144.9 km
- Duration: 2h 36m
The average train between Sofia and Karlovo takes 2h 36m and the fastest train takes 2h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Sofia to Karlovo. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Sofia and Karlovo. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sofia is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Karlovo at 1:48 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 2h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sofia station and arriving at Karlovo station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.
Sofia to Karlovo train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia station.
Sofia to Karlovo train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Karlovo station.
Book your Sofia to Karlovo train tickets online with Bulgarian Railways (BDZh).
The distance between Sofia and Karlovo is 120.9 km. The road distance is 145 km.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Sofia to Karlovo hourly. Tickets cost $2–5 and the journey takes 3h.
