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Varna to Plovdiv trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Varna and Plovdiv takes 5h 50m and the fastest train takes 5h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Varna to Plovdiv. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 50m
Duration
382 km
Distance
$7
Average price
3 times a day
Frequency

Varna to Plovdiv train times

Trains run 3 times a day between Varna and Plovdiv. The earliest departure is at 8:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Varna is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Plovdiv at 5:52 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 5h 42m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 6h 7m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 5h 41m • Direct
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    train train 5h 42m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 6h 7m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 5h 41m • Direct
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    train train 5h 42m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 6h 7m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    train train 5h 41m • Direct
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    train train 5h 42m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 6h 7m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    train train 5h 41m • Direct
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    train train 5h 42m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 6h 7m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    train train 5h 41m • Direct
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    train train 5h 42m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 6h 7m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    train train 5h 41m • Direct
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    train train 5h 42m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 6h 7m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Varna to Plovdiv? 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.

Map of how to get from Varna to Plovdiv.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 382 km
  • Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Varna, Bulgaria and Plovdiv, Bulgaria?

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Varna to Plovdiv 3 times a day. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 5h 41m.

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