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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Sofia to Burgas
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
5 h 27 m
Average duration
6 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
340 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Sofia to Burgas is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Burgas will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
Of the 5 trains that leave Sofia for Burgas 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 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 27 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 19 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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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Sofia to Burgas
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Burgas among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. 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 £10, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 340 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price | £92 Average Price |
6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration 5h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Sofia to Burgas train times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Burgas trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:18 Sofia | 7h17 | 17:35 Burgas | 1 change | |
| 13:06 Sofia | 6h42 | 19:48 Burgas | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:23 Sofia | 6h07 | 19:30 Burgas | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 15 November | |||||
| 06:23 Sofia | 5h27 | 11:50 Burgas | 0 changesdirect | |
| 06:48 Sofia | 6h14 | 13:02 Burgas | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Sofia to Burgas
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Trains from Sofia to Burgas run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:23, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 340 km distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 340 km |
Average train duration 6h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 06:23 |
Last train 22:43 |
Train companies: Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) from Sofia to Burgas trainsBulgarian Railways (BDZh) trains will get you between Sofia and Burgas from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Sofia to Burgas train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Burgas 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 Burgas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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