The average train between Varna and Pernik takes 10h 14m and the fastest train takes 9h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Varna to Pernik. 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 Varna and Pernik. The earliest departure is at 8:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Varna is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Pernik at 10:18 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 10h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Varna to Pernik. However, there are services departing from Varna station and arriving at Pernik station via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.
Varna to Pernik train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Varna station.
Varna to Pernik train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Sofia station.
The distance between Varna and Pernik is 403.5 km. The road distance is 537 km.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Varna to Sofia every 3 hours. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 7h 43m.