- Distance: 528.5 km
- Duration: 7h 34m
The average train between Varna and Sofia takes 7h 34m and the fastest train takes 7h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Varna to Sofia. 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 Sofia. The earliest departure is at 7:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Varna is at 9:55 PM which arrives into Sofia at 5:39 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Varna to Sofia? 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 Varna station and arriving at Sofia station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 7h 34m.
Varna to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Varna station.
Varna to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Sofia Sever station.
The distance between Varna and Sofia is 378.1 km. The road distance is 528 km.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Varna to Sofia Sever every 3 hours. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 7h 25m.
