The average train between Veliko Tŭrnovo and Vratsa takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Veliko Tŭrnovo to Vratsa. 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 5 times a day between Veliko Tŭrnovo and Vratsa. 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 Vratsa at 4:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Gorna Oryahovitsa and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Veliko Tŭrnovo to Vratsa? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Veliko Tŭrnovo to Vratsa. However, there are services departing from Veliko Tŭrnovo station and arriving at Vratsa station via Mezdra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Veliko Tŭrnovo to Vratsa train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Gorna Oryahovitsa station.
Veliko Tŭrnovo to Vratsa train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Mezdra station.
The distance between Veliko Tŭrnovo and Vratsa is 168.3 km. The road distance is 229 km.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Mezdra hourly. Tickets cost $3–5 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Romanian Railways (CFR) also services this route 4 times a day.