The average train between Sofia and Valchi Dol takes 8h 37m and the fastest train takes 8h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Sofia to Valchi Dol. 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 twice daily between Sofia and Valchi Dol. The earliest departure is at 11:00 PM at night, and the last departure from Sofia is at 11:30 PM which arrives into Valchi Dol at 8:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Sofia to Valchi Dol. However, there are services departing from Sofia station and arriving at Valchi Dol station via Povelyanovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.
Sofia to Valchi Dol train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia station.
Sofia to Valchi Dol train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Povelyanovo station.
The distance between Sofia and Valchi Dol is 352.7 km. The road distance is 542 km.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Sofia to Povelyanovo once daily. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 7h 16m.