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

The cheapest way to get from Skopje to Varna is to bus and train which costs $22 - $35 and takes 13h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Skopje to Varna is to fly which takes 7h 33m and costs $240 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Skopje and Varna?

No, there is no direct bus from Skopje to Varna station. However, there are services departing from Skopje, Transporten Centar and arriving at Varna Central Bus Station via Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

How far is it from Skopje to Varna?

The distance between Skopje and Varna is 667 km. The road distance is 652.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Skopje to Varna without a car is to bus via Sofia which takes 12h 15m and costs $45 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 12h 15m to get from Skopje to Varna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skopje to Varna bus from?

Skopje to Varna bus services, operated by Matpu, depart from Skopje, Transporten Centar station.

Bus or fly from Skopje to Varna?

The best way to get from Skopje to Varna is to bus via Sofia which takes 12h 15m and costs $45 - $90. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $240 - $500 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Skopje to Varna bus arrive?

Skopje to Varna bus services, operated by Matpu, arrive at Sofia station.

What is the time difference between Skopje and Varna?

Varna is 1h ahead of Skopje. It is currently 3:44 PM in Skopje and 4:44 PM in Varna.

Can I drive from Skopje to Varna?

Yes, the driving distance between Skopje to Varna is 653 km. It takes approximately 8h 24m to drive from Skopje to Varna.

Where can I stay near Varna?

There are 2083+ hotels available in Varna.

Skopje to Varna - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Skopje to Varna by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus via Sofia
best
1. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofiabus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Varna Central Bus Stationbus Group Plus 1697 / ...
12h 15m
$48–90
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Skopje Nikola Karev to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus Citylines 68
2. Take the train from Sofia to Varnatrain Ic
13h 49m
$22–30
Bus, train via Sofia
1. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofiabus
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Varnatrain Ic
13h 39m
$26–48
Drive 652.9 km
1. Drive from Skopje to Varnacar 652.9 km
8h 24m
$103–149
Fly
1. Fly from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane SKP - VAR
7h 33m
$240–501
Bus
1. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Varna Central Bus Stationbus
16h 41m
$46–81

Skopje to Varna by bus and train

21Weekly Services

13h 39mAverage Duration

$26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 667.1 km
Duration: 12h 15m

What companies run services between Skopje, North Macedonia and Varna, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Varna Central Bus Station via Sofia and Sofia Central Bus Station in around 12h 15m. Alternatively, Austrian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Air Serbia fly from Skopje International Airport (SKP) to Varna Airport (VAR) twice daily.

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