The average train between Veliko Tŭrnovo and Pleven takes 2h 41m and the fastest train takes 1h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Veliko Tŭrnovo to Pleven. 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 every 4 hours between Veliko Tŭrnovo and Pleven. The earliest departure is at 6:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Veliko Tŭrnovo is at 8:37 PM which arrives into Pleven at 2:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Veliko Tŭrnovo to Pleven. However, there are services departing from Veliko Tŭrnovo station and arriving at Pleven station via Pleven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.
Veliko Tŭrnovo to Pleven train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Gorna Oryahovitsa station.
Veliko Tŭrnovo to Pleven train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Pleven station.
The distance between Veliko Tŭrnovo and Pleven is 90.1 km. The road distance is 111 km.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Pleven hourly. Tickets cost $1–2 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Romanian Railways (CFR) also services this route 4 times a day.