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. Services depart once daily, and operate Tuesday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h 31m.

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 Karat-S, 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 $60 - $95 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Varna to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Varna to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Karat-S, arrive at Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop.

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.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 854+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

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

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

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Train
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 Central Train Station Bus Stopbus
6h 14m
$65–92
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 Karlovotrain
6h 9m
$140–237
Bus via Автогара Север
1. Take the bus from Varna Central Bus Station to Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Stationbus Union Ivkoni
7h 15m
$19–27
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Varna Central Bus Station to Plovdivbus
7h 31m
$16–35

Varna to Plovdiv by train

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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, Karat-S operates a bus from Varna Central Bus Station to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $60–95 and the journey takes 6h 2m.

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