What is the cheapest way to get from Lugano to Varna?

The cheapest way to get from Lugano to Varna is to train and bus which costs $115 - $125 and takes 32h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lugano to Varna?

The fastest way to get from Lugano to Varna is to train and fly which takes 7h 52m and costs $150 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Lugano and Varna?

No, there is no direct bus from Lugano to Varna station. However, there are services departing from Lugano Stazione and arriving at Varna Central Bus Station via Verona Porta Nuova and Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Lugano and Varna?

No, there is no direct train from Lugano to Varna. However, there are services departing from Lugano and arriving at Varna via Zuerich Hb, Wien Hbf, Bucuresti Nord and Ruse Razpredelitelna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 20m.

How far is it from Lugano to Varna?

The distance between Lugano and Varna is 1623 km. The road distance is 1870.2 km.

How do I travel from Lugano to Varna without a car?

The best way to get from Lugano to Varna without a car is to bus via Sofia which takes 29h 11m and costs $140 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Lugano to Varna?

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Lugano to Varna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Varna bus from?

Lugano to Varna bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, depart from Lugano Stazione station.

Where do I catch the Lugano to Varna train from?

Lugano to Varna train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Lugano station.

Train or bus from Lugano to Varna?

The best way to get from Lugano to Varna is to bus via Sofia which takes 29h 11m and costs $140 - $170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $390 - $700 and takes 37h 20m.

Where does the Lugano to Varna bus arrive?

Lugano to Varna bus services, operated by Zlatan Prevoz doo, arrive at Verona Porta Nuova station.

What is the time difference between Lugano and Varna?

Varna is 1h ahead of Lugano. It is currently 3:40 PM in Lugano and 4:40 PM in Varna.

Where does the Lugano to Varna train arrive?

Lugano to Varna train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Lugano to Varna?

Yes, the driving distance between Lugano to Varna is 1870 km. It takes approximately 19h 11m to drive from Lugano to Varna.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lugano to Varna?

Book your Lugano to Varna bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Varna?

There are 2006+ hotels available in Varna.

Lugano to Varna - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Lugano to Varna by train, plane, bus, train (Trenitalia), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Lugano to Malpensa Aeroporto T1train
2. Fly from Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane MXP - VAR
7h 52m
$157–368
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the bus from Milano, Stazione Centrale to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Sofia to Varnatrain Ic
32h 7m
$117–122
Bus via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Lugano Stazione to Verona Porta Nuovabus
2. Take the bus from Verona Porta Nuova to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Varna Central Bus Stationbus
29h 11m
$140–169
Train
1. Take the train from Lugano to Zuerich Hbtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bucuresti Nordtrain 347
4. Take the train from Bucuresti Nord to Ruse Razpredelitelnatrain
5. Take the train from Ruse Razpredelitelna to Varnatrain Ic
37h 20m
$394–668
Drive 1,870.2 km
1. Drive from Lugano to Varnacar 1,870.2 km
19h 11m
$435–628
Train, bus via Verona
1. Take the train from Lugano to Milano Centraletrain
2. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Verona Porta Nuovatrain Fr
3. Take the bus from Verona Porta Nuova to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
4. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Varnatrain Ic
30h 57m
$161–198
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lugano to Milano, Autostazione Lampugnanobus
2. Take the bus from Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano to București, Autogara Militaribus
3. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Varnabus 984
39h 5m
$215–336

Lugano to Varna by train

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37h 20mAverage Duration

$394Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,622.9 km
Duration: 7h 52m

What companies run services between Lugano, Switzerland and Varna, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Lugano Stazione to Varna Central Bus Station via Verona Porta Nuova and Sofia Central Bus Station in around 29h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Lugano to Varna via Zuerich Hb, Wien Hbf, Bucuresti Nord, and Ruse Razpredelitelna in around 37h 20m.

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