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How to get from Burgas to Varna: transport on the route
There are three options to get from Burgas to Varna: by bus, plane, or taxi (private transfer). The trip by bus takes 2 hours 40 minutes, the ticket cost is EUR 10. The plane will take you to the destination in only 20 minutes, and you will have to pay for that from EUR 38 (but the flight departs once in two days). A taxi or a private transfer Burgas-Varna will get to the destination in 1 hour 40 minutes, the journey will cost from EUR 87. How many kilometres are there between Burgas and Varna? The distance is 130 km.
The journey by the bus Burgas-Varna is cheap, but this route is quite difficult. First, you need to get to the bus station by bus which doesn’t operate at night. The bus is not available at night, as well (the last journey is at 6:00 p.m.). As for the plane, this travel option is the fastest, however there are only four flights a week – they depart early in the morning. You should buy plane tickets in advance, especially in high season. The Burgas-Varna train which our readers often ask about doesn’t exist. There is no direct rail connection between these cities
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Varna – the sea capital of Bulgaria
The resort city of Varna is one of the oldest in Europe. During its existence, the city had been ruled by Greeks, Romans, Slavs, and Turks, and that has influenced its appearance, culture and traditions. Today, Varna is a popular resort of Bulgaria which tourists (often with children) visit with a great pleasure. It’s interesting to walk around the city enjoying its various sights. For example, you can visit the Seaside Garden the large area of which accommodates the Naval Museum, the Dolphinarium, the Planetarium, and the Black Sea museum. Also, you should see the Archaeological Museum, Euxinograd, the Proto-Bulgarian Settlement Fanagoria, the Stone Forest, Pobiti Kamani (The Stone Desert), etc.
Burgas to Varna bus
€10,5
≈1 h
≈3 h
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The Burgas to Varna bus M-Bus E00D departs from South bus station – you can get there by city bus №15 in 25 minutes and for EUR 0.5. The bus travel time is 2 hours 40 minutes. This bus is rather frequent, however its last journey is at 6:00 p.m. The ticket cost is EUR 10. Tickets for the bus Burgas-Varna can be bought at the bus station ticket office.
Burgas to Varna bus:
Shuttle bus Burgas-Varna M-Bus E00D
Timetable:
From 06:30 a.m. to 06:00 p.m.
Route:
South bus station in Burgas – Mladost bus station in Varna
Travel time:
3h 5min (25min – bus from the airport to the bus station, 2h 40min – shared transfer)
Waiting time:
1 h
Comfort level:
Medium: roomy cabin, comfortable seats, room for luggage
Cost:
EUR 10.5 (EUR 0.5 – bus to the bus station, EUR 10 – shared transfer)
Clients:
Families without children, tourists with no large luggage, those who are not in a hurry and want to save money
How to find the bus to the city bus station stop at Burgas Airport:
The bus stop is located at the entrance to the airport. From there, you can take the bus №15 which goes to South bus station. To find the bus stop, use this plan.
Burgas to Varna plane
from €38
24h
45 min
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The Bulgaria Air flight from Burgas to Varna departs only once a day (early in the morning), four days a week. It arrives at the destination in 20 minutes after departure, the ticket cost is EUR 38. Tickets can be bought either at the airport or on the carrier’s official website. Note that Varna Airport is 7.5 km from the city, and you can cover this distance in 25 minutes by public transport (for 50 eurocents) or by taxi.
Burgas to Varna plane:
Direct Bulgaria Air flight to Varna
Timetable:
On Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday – at 04:20 a.m.
Route:
Burgas Airport – Varna Airport
Travel time:
45min (20min – plane, 25min – bus from the airport to Varna)
Waiting time:
24h between flights
Comfort level:
Low: Economy-class, no food and free drinks on board
Cost:
EUR 38.5 (EUR 38 – plane to Varna, EUR 0.5 – public transport from the airport to the city)
Clients:
Wealthy tourists, businessmen, young couples, those who are in a hurry
How to get from Varna Airport to the city:
You can get to Varna city centre by bus №409 – the bus stop is located in front of Terminal 2.
Taxi and transfer Burgas-Varna
€87
5 min
≈1,5 h
Family
For those who want to get to their hotel fast, without changes and long waiting, the best travel option is a taxi from Burgas to Varna or a transfer booked online. The duration of the trip is 1 hour 40 minutes, and its cost starts from EUR 87. For this amount of money, a tourist will get meeting at the airport with a name sign, help with luggage, an air-conditioned car, etc. By the way, taking a 7 passenger vehicle will cost only EUR 14 per person – it’s just a little more expensive than the trip by bus.
Timetable:
24/7
Route:
To your hotel in Varna or given address
Travel time:
1 h 40 min
Waiting time:
You will have to spend 5-10min looking for a taxi
There is no need to wait for a pre-booked transfer: the driver will be waiting for you at the exit from the arrivals area with a nameplate at specified time
Comfort level:
Taxi on the spot: air-conditioning, no stops, no other passengers
Pre-booked transfer: booking online, paying by card, child seats, fresh water, help with luggage, minibuses for groups of people, opportunity to choose the class of the vehicle, English-speaking driver
Cost:
From EUR 87 for an Economy-class vehicle, from EUR 99 for a minibus up to 7 passengers
Clients:
Large groups of people, families with children, those who have a lot of luggage or arrive at night, aged tourists, those who are in Bulgaria for the first time, don’t know the language and are afraid to get lost
How to find the taxistand at Burgas Airport:
Taxis can be found at the taxistand which is in front of the exit from the airport terminals building.
Car rental in Burgas
from €8
from 1 day
from 1 year
If you rent a car from Burgas to Varna, you plan a trip yourself. You may see all the sights in Bulgaria and drop off the car in different locations (for an extra fee). It is allowed to travel outside Bulgaria in case you purchased international insurance in advance. The longer the rental period, the lower the price of car rental per day. Insurance is included in the rental price. You need to pay a deposit to start using a car. Drivers under the age of 25 have to pay at least €7 per day for the lack of driving experience. Those who are over 75 have to make additional payments too. It’s possible to rent a car at Burgas Airport on the day of arrival.
Burgas – Varna. How to get?
There are several Burgas-Varna transport options – for any taste and budget. If you want a cheap one, choose a shuttle. If you’d like to get to your destination fast, take a plane. And if you want comfortable travel, then book a private transfer. Have a nice trip!
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