The average train between Sliven and Vratsa takes 8h 36m and the fastest train takes 7h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Sliven to Vratsa. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Sliven and Vratsa. The earliest departure is at 6:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sliven is at 5:38 PM which arrives into Vratsa at 4:52 AM. All services require a transfer at Dabovo and take an average of 8h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Sliven to Vratsa? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Sliven to Vratsa. However, there are services departing from Sliven station and arriving at Vratsa station via Dabovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.
Sliven to Vratsa train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sliven station.
Sliven to Vratsa train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Mezdra station.
The distance between Sliven and Vratsa is 232.6 km. The road distance is 380 km.
You can take a train from Sliven to Vratsa via Dabovo, Gorna Oryahovitsa, and Mezdra in around 6h 45m.