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

The cheapest way to get from Varna to Plovdiv is to train which costs $6 - $9 and takes 5h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varna to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Varna and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Varna Central Bus Station station and arriving at Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Varna and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Varna and arriving at Plovdiv. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Varna to Plovdiv?

The distance between Varna and Plovdiv is 382 km. The road distance is 359.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Varna to Plovdiv without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs $6 - $9.

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

The train from Varna to Plovdiv takes 5h 41m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Varna to Plovdiv bus from?

Varna to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Varna Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Varna to Plovdiv train from?

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

Train or bus from Varna to Plovdiv?

The best way to get from Varna to Plovdiv is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs $6 - $9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16 - $35 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Varna to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Varna to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Station.

Where does the Varna to Plovdiv train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varna to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Varna to Plovdiv is 359 km. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Varna to Plovdiv.

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

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Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Varna to Plovdivtrain Ic
5h 41m
$6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varna Central Bus Station to Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Stationbus Union Ivkoni
6h 50m
$16–35
Drive 359.4 km
1. Drive from Varna to Plovdivcar 359.4 km
4h 2m
$57–82
Fly, train
1. Fly from Varna Airport (VAR) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane VAR - SOF
2. Take the train from Iskarsko Shose to Plovdivtrain
5h 27m
$140–236
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Varna to Dimitrovgradbus
2. Take the train from Dimitrovgrad to Plovdivtrain Re / ...
8h
$18–26
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Varna to Plovdivshuttle
4h 52m
$90–390

Varna to Plovdiv by train

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5h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 382 km
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Varna, Bulgaria and Plovdiv, Bulgaria?

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Varna to Plovdiv every 4 hours. Tickets cost $6–9 and the journey takes 5h 41m. Alternatively, Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Varna Central Bus Station to Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost $18–26 and the journey takes 6h 50m. Two other operators also service this route.

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