- Distance: 253.7 km
- Duration: 4h 42m
The average train between Sofia and Stara Zagora takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 4h 26m. The train service runs several times per day from Sofia to Stara Zagora. 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 5 times a day between Sofia and Stara Zagora. The earliest departure is at 6:38 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sofia is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Stara Zagora at 3:39 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Sofia to Stara Zagora? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sofia station and arriving at Stara Zagora station. Services depart 5 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 42m.
Sofia to Stara Zagora train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Poduyane station.
Sofia to Stara Zagora train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Stara Zagora station.
The distance between Sofia and Stara Zagora is 192.1 km. The road distance is 254 km.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Poduyane to Stara Zagora every 3 hours. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 4h 7m.
