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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £16 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, while a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 186 km
Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around £16 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £20. The journey takes 3h 43m versus 2h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Varna from Veliko Tarnovo by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Veliko Tarnovo to Varna is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Varna are Shumen, Burgas, Dobrich, Nesebar and Sunny Beach. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Varna on Omio.
Shumen is a historic city in north-eastern Bulgaria, known for the Founders of the Bulgarian State Monument and nearby medieval heritage. Its spacious layout, green slopes and mix of Bulgarian and Ottoman landmarks give it a calm, scholarly character.
Burgas is a Black Sea city known for its port, beaches and the long Sea Garden along the waterfront. It feels practical and relaxed, with nearby salt lakes and a local cultural scene adding to its character.
Dobrich is a regional city in north-eastern Bulgaria known for its farming heritage and relaxed pace. Its restored old quarter, leafy parks and local museums give it a distinctly local character.
Nesebar is known for its UNESCO-listed old town, where medieval churches and wooden houses line a narrow Black Sea peninsula. It blends a historic atmosphere with an easy-going seaside character.
Sunny Beach is Bulgaria’s largest Black Sea resort, known for its long sandy beach and lively summer scene. It has a modern holiday feel, with a busy seafront, nightlife and family attractions, while nearby Nessebar brings historic contrast.
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