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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Burgas to Sofia
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 17 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burgas to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burgas to Sofia will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 6 trains that leave Burgas for Sofia every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 340 km distance in an average of 6 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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5:305h55Burgas11:25Sofia£131One-way0 changes- 7:556h50Burgas14:45Sofia£131One-way0 changes
- 8:556h03Burgas14:58Sofia£131One-way0 changes
- 15:306h38Burgas22:08Sofia£131One-way0 changes
- 16:255h57Burgas22:22Sofia£131One-way0 changes
- 5:305h55Burgas11:25Sofia£131One-way0 changes
- 16:255h57Burgas22:22Sofia£131One-way0 changes
- 8:556h03Burgas14:58Sofia£131One-way0 changes
- 15:306h38Burgas22:08Sofia£131One-way0 changes
- 7:556h50Burgas14:45Sofia£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Burgas to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Burgas to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 340 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
6h 59m Average total duration Fastest 6h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 3m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Burgas to Sofia train times
The table below shows live departures for Burgas to Sofia trains for today, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:55 Burgas | 6h03 | 14:58 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:10 Burgas | 7h32 | 17:42 Sofia | 1 change | |
| 15:30 Burgas | 6h38 | 22:08 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:25 Burgas | 5h57 | 22:22 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 11 July | |||||
| 5:30 Burgas | 5h55 | 11:25 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:55 Burgas | 6h50 | 14:45 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burgas to Sofia
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Trains from Burgas to Sofia run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 16:25. The fastest train covers the 340 km distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 340 km |
Average train duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 16:25 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) from Burgas to Sofia trainsBulgarian Railways (BDZh) trains will get you between Burgas and Sofia from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Burgas to Sofia train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burgas to Sofia by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sofia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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