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

The cheapest way to get from Tirana to Varna is to bus and train which costs $55 - $65 and takes 20h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tirana to Varna is to fly which takes 9h 2m and costs $160 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Tirana and Varna?

No, there is no direct bus from Tirana to Varna station. However, there are services departing from Posta 1 and arriving at Varna Central Bus Station via Tirana and Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 57m.

How far is it from Tirana to Varna?

The distance between Tirana and Varna is 724 km. The road distance is 873.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tirana to Varna without a car is to bus which takes 18h 57m and costs $80 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 9h 2m to get from Tirana to Varna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tirana to Varna bus from?

Tirana to Varna bus services, operated by Nela Travel Tours, depart from Tirana station.

Bus or fly from Tirana to Varna?

The best way to get from Tirana to Varna is to fly which takes 9h 2m and costs $160 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $110 and takes 18h 57m.

Where does the Tirana to Varna bus arrive?

Tirana to Varna bus services, operated by Nela Travel Tours, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Tirana and Varna?

Varna is 1h ahead of Tirana. It is currently 6:33 PM in Tirana and 7:33 PM in Varna.

Can I drive from Tirana to Varna?

Yes, the driving distance between Tirana to Varna is 873 km. It takes approximately 12h 8m to drive from Tirana to Varna.

Where can I stay near Varna?

There are 2086+ hotels available in Varna.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane TIA - VAR
9h 2m
$163–341
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tirana to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Varnatrain Ic
20h 1m
$59–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tirana to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Varna Central Bus Stationbus Group Plus 1697 / ...
18h 57m
$81–106
Drive 873.5 km
1. Drive from Tirana to Varnacar 873.5 km
12h 8m
$158–229
Bus, train via Dollari B
1. Take the bus from Tirana to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Sofia to Varnatrain Ic
20h 22m
$59–63
Bus via Skopje
1. Take the bus from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Varna Central Bus Stationbus
24h 14m
$67–135

Tirana to Varna by bus and train

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20h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 724.1 km
Duration: 9h 2m

What companies run services between Tirana, Albania and Varna, Bulgaria?

Austrian Airlines, Ulendo Airlink, and three other airlines fly from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) to Varna Airport (VAR) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Posta 1 to Varna Central Bus Station via Teg, Tirana, and Sofia Central Bus Station in around 18h 57m.

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