Next bus departures

Next departures for Sofia to Varna on September 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:30am	Sofia Central Bus Station	7h	1:30pm	Varna Central Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:00pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	6h 15m	11:15pm	Varna Central Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	9:30am	Sofia Central Bus Station	7h 10m	4:40pm	Varna Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Sofia Central Bus Station	7h 35m	6:05pm	Varna Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	6:25am	Serdika	14h 40m	9:05pm	Varna Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	7h	7:30pm	Varna Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Sofia Central Bus Station	6h 30m	2:00am	Varna Central Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:15pm	Serdika	16h 10m	5:25am	Varna Central Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:36 AM EEST.

Get from Sofia to Varna

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

6h 45mAverage Duration

234 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Sofia and Varna

Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
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C
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria

Stops in Varna

A
Central Bus Station Varna
Central Bus Station Varna, бул. „Владислав Варненчик“ 158, 9000 Varna, Bulgaria
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B
Varna Bus Station
ж.к. Свети Иван Рилски 28Д, 9009 Sveti Ivan Rilski, Varna, Bulgaria
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Compare companies

Global Biomet

4.4/5113 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.9

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi2.4

Customers find booking tickets easy and quick with friendly customer support. The bus is comfortable overall. Some suggest shorter stops for refreshments to arrive in Varna earlier, as passengers seem eager to continue the journey promptly.

Biomet Sofia Varna recent customer reviews

Bus was pretty new and service was fine. I had low expectations given other reviews, but it was actually better than eected and got us there on time and safely.

Graham H.

August 5, 2026

Generally good, thought stop for refreshments, stretch legs etc was good, but too long- suggest 15 mins, people seemed to be waiting for bus to leave, feel they would have preferred to get into Varna a little earlier

Terence D.

December 10, 2023

We have stop in Veliko Trnovo for 20 min, but the bus went without us and without checking the missing passengers and we had to take taxi and the taxi driver shared that it happened almost every day! In 10 km we reached the bous, stopped and continued by bus.

Mirjana S.

September 24, 2019

Union Ivkoni

2.7/52,087 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.9

Grup Plus

3.8/5139 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness3.9

Wifi1.7

Users have shared positive feedback about the punctuality of the bus and appreciated the friendly demeanor of the driver. However, there are mentions that while traveling long distances, some passengers found the seats to be narrow and less comfortable than expected.

Grup Plus Sofia Varna recent customer reviews

The bus was on time which was really nice! But the chairs are really narrow, so the bus is not so comfortable for long trip.

Patricia P.

November 25, 2024

Was very dirty and old bus

Stanislava B.

June 21, 2026

Evrytihg good. Driver very nice

Elad S.

March 8, 2025

FlixBus

3.5/515,532 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Infobus

3.9/5498 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

Traventuria

4.2/563 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi3.8

BG bus companies:FlixBus, Metro Turizm, LIKEBUS, Openline, Union Ivkoni, AvtoExpress Dnipro, Arda Tur

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Sofia to Varna 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 Sofia to Varna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Varna start from PLN 99. The average price for this route is around PLN 100. 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 Sofia to Varna?
The average bus trip duration from Sofia to Varna is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 234 miles (378 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 21m and is operated by Traventuria.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Varna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Global Biomet, Union Ivkoni, Grup Plus, FlixBus, Infobus, Traventuria.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Varna?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Varna at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Varna?
A bus trip from Sofia to Varna generates an estimated 9.425525 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sofia to Varna?
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 113 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Varna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Traventuria has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Sofia to Varna?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Sofia to Varna?
According to Busbud traveler 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.

Best price found

09/04

PLN 259

09/05

PLN 197

Today

PLN 89

09/07

PLN 89

09/08

PLN 89

09/09

PLN 89

09/10

PLN 89

09/11

PLN 89

The cheapest trip from Sofia to Varna was searched and found on Sep 6, 2026 with a price of PLN 89

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Varna, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from PLN 89 to PLN 259 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Varna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 89 which is on 2026-09-07.

Usually FlixBus, Global Biomet 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.