- Distance: 528.5 km
- Duration: 7h 35m
The average train between Sofia and Varna takes 7h 35m and the fastest train takes 7h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Sofia to Varna. 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 4 times a day between Sofia and Varna. The earliest departure is at 7:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sofia is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Varna at 6:43 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Sofia to Varna? 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 Varna station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 7h 35m.
Sofia to Varna train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia Sever station.
Sofia to Varna train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Varna station.
Book your Sofia to Varna train tickets online with Bulgarian Railways (BDZh).
The distance between Sofia and Varna is 378.1 km. The road distance is 528 km.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Sofia Sever to Varna every 4 hours. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 7h 31m.
