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Get from Varna to Sofia
The journey takes about 7 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $34, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Varna and Sofia?
Stops in Varna
- ACentral Bus Station Varna, бул. „Владислав Варненчик“ 158, 9000 Varna, Bulgaria
- B
Varna Bus Station
ж.к. Свети Иван Рилски 28Д, 9009 Sveti Ivan Rilski, Varna, Bulgaria
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Dbulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
- E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Varna to Sofia by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Varna to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Varna to Sofia start from $34. The average price for this route is around $36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Varna to Sofia?
The average bus travel time from Varna to Sofia is 7h 10m, covering a distance of 377 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h and is operated by Traventuria.
Which bus companies service the Varna to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Infobus, Grup Plus, Global Biomet, Union Ivkoni, FlixBus, Traventuria.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Varna to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Varna to Sofia at 12:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Varna to Sofia?
A bus trip from Varna to Sofia generates an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Varna to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Global Biomet, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 99 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Varna to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Varna to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Global Biomet, with a punctuality rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Varna to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Global Biomet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Varna to Sofia was searched and found on Mar 6, 2026 with a price of $30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Varna to Sofia, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $92 for a bus ticket from Varna to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2026-03-09.
Usually FlixBus, Infobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
