- Distance: 287.7 km
- Duration: 4h 30m
The average train between Sofia and Sliven takes 4h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Sofia to Sliven. 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 4 times a day between Sofia and Sliven. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sofia is at 11:38 PM which arrives into Sliven at 4:14 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Sofia to Sliven? 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.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sofia station and arriving at Sliven station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.
Sofia to Sliven train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Poduyane station.
Sofia to Sliven train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Sliven station.
The distance between Sofia and Sliven is 245.6 km. The road distance is 288 km.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Poduyane to Sliven every 2 hours. Tickets cost $4–7 and the journey takes 4h 17m.
