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

The cheapest way to get from Shipka to Varna is to train via Karnobat which costs $4 - $8 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shipka to Varna is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Shipka and Varna?

No, there is no direct bus from Shipka to Varna. However, there are services departing from Shipka and arriving at Varna via Stara Zagora. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Shipka and Varna?

No, there is no direct train from Shipka to Varna. However, there are services departing from Stara Zagora and arriving at Varna via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Shipka to Varna?

The distance between Shipka and Varna is 331 km. The road distance is 295.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Shipka to Varna without a car is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs $7 - $11.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Shipka to Varna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shipka to Varna bus from?

Shipka to Varna bus services, operated by Municipality of Stara Zagora, depart from Shipka station.

Where do I catch the Shipka to Varna train from?

Shipka to Varna train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Stara Zagora station.

Train or bus from Shipka to Varna?

The best way to get from Shipka to Varna is to train which takes 6h 38m and costs $7 - $11. Alternatively, you can bus via Stara Zagora, which costs $8 - $40 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Shipka to Varna bus arrive?

Shipka to Varna bus services, operated by Municipality of Stara Zagora, arrive at Stara Zagora station.

Where does the Shipka to Varna train arrive?

Shipka to Varna train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Varna station.

Can I drive from Shipka to Varna?

Yes, the driving distance between Shipka to Varna is 296 km. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Shipka to Varna.

Where can I stay near Varna?

There are 1990+ hotels available in Varna.

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There are 7 ways to get from Shipka to Varna by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stara Zagora to Varnatrain Ic
6h 38m
$7–11
Train via Karnobat
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kazanlak to Karnobattrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Karnobat to Varnatrain Re / ...
7h 13m
$5–7
Bus via Stara Zagora
1. Take the bus from Shipka to Stara Zagorabus
2. Take the bus from Stara Zagora to Varnabus
7h 18m
$8–39
Drive 295.8 km
1. Drive from Shipka to Varnacar 295.8 km
3h 55m
$48–69
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Kazanlak to Iskarsko Shosetrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane SOF - VAR
6h 57m
$144–266
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kazanlak to Varnabus
7h 30m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Dabovo to Varnatrain Ic
9h 3m
$6–9

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR) flights

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Distance: 331.5 km
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Shipka, Oblast Stara Zagora, Bulgaria and Varna, Bulgaria?

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Stara Zagora to Varna 3 times a day. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 3h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shipka to Varna via Stara Zagora in around 7h 18m.

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