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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Varna to Sofia
Cheapest price
€22
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
9 h 37 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
378 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Varna to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Varna to Sofia will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
Of the 3 buses that leave Varna for Sofia on Sat, Dec 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 27 the direct buses cover the 378 km distance in an average of 9 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
On Sat, Dec 27 the slowest buses will take 14 h 30 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, bus, and flight for Varna to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the bus 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 €12. 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 bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €67.
Distance: 378 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€37 Average price | €86 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
8h 17m Average total duration 7h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 48m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Varna to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Varna to Sofia buses for today, Friday, December 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:00 PM Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара) | 14h30 | 4:30 AM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 1 transfer | |
| 0 | 2:30 PM Varna | 6h15 | 8:45 PM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 6:30 PM Varna | 6h15 | 12:45 AM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 8:00 PM Varna | 6h15 | 2:15 AM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 8:30 PM Varna | 7h10 | 3:40 AM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 11:00 PM Varna | 7h10 | 6:10 AM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Varna to Sofia
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Buses from Varna to Sofia run on average 24 times per day, taking around 7h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €12 by train.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 378 km distance in 6h 15m.
Distance 378 km |
Average bus duration 7h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 6h 15m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: Global Biomet, Group Plus, Infobus, Ourbus, FlixBus, ETAP Group from Varna to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Varna to Sofia with Global Biomet, Group Plus, Infobus, Ourbus, FlixBus, ETAP Group for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Varna to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Varna to Sofia by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sofia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара), which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара), located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Varna to Sofia
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Varna (in the station)
- Bistro Bulgaria (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Sea View (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 22, 41, 148
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M2 Train: Sofia Central Station
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