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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Varna to Sofia
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
368 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Varna to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Varna to Sofia will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
Of the 5 trains that leave Varna for Sofia every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 368 km distance in an average of 7 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 57 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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Compare train, coach and flight for Varna to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Varna to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £71.
Distance: 368 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £227 Average Price | £15 Average Price |
8h 43m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration 7h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Varna to Sofia train times
The table below shows live departures for Varna to Sofia trains for today, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:00 Varna | 7h36 | 21:36 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:40 Varna | 8h06 | 05:46 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 December | |||||
| 07:45 Varna | 7h36 | 15:21 Sofia | 1 change | |
| 09:20 Varna | 8h57 | 18:17 Sofia | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:45 Varna | 7h35 | 18:20 Sofia | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Varna to Sofia
Serbia
Bulgaria
Trains from Varna to Sofia run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 368 km distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 368 km |
Average train duration 8h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 7h 35m |
First train 07:45 |
Last train 23:40 |
Train companies: Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) from Varna to Sofia trainsBulgarian Railways (BDZh) trains will get you between Varna and Sofia from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Varna to Sofia train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Varna 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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