Burgas to Edirne by train
Edirne lies 119 km (74 mi) south-west of Burgas, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 18 min at the speeds typical of Bulgaria and Turkey rail, over roughly 145 km (90 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Burgas | Edirne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Bulgaria | Turkey |
| Population | 210,646 | 180,002 |
| Elevation | 36 m (118 ft) | 62 m (203 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
| Stations on record | Topolite | Karaağaç railway station, Edirne railway station, Kapıkule railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Edirne
Crossing from Bulgaria into Turkey: money changes from the Lev to the Lira (TRY); the dialling code becomes +90; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25743529.
Where to book trains from Burgas to Edirne
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Staying in Edirne
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Common questions
How far is Edirne from Burgas?
119 km (74 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Burgas; by road roughly 145 km (90 mi).
How long does it take to get from Burgas to Edirne by train?
About 1 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Burgas and Edirne?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Edirne?
The Lira (TRY).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.