Ankara to Varna by bus
Varna lies 551 km (342 mi) north-west of Ankara, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 10 h 8 min including stops, over roughly 672 km (418 mi) of road.
| Ankara | Varna | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Turkey | Bulgaria |
| Population | 3.5 million | 318,737 |
| Elevation | 874 m (2,867 ft) | 83 m (272 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) | UTC+3 (Europe/Sofia) |
What changes when you arrive in Varna
Crossing from Turkey into Bulgaria: money changes from the Lira to the Lev (BGN); the dialling code becomes +359; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book buses from Ankara to Varna
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Staying in Varna
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Common questions
How far is Varna from Ankara?
551 km (342 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Ankara; by road roughly 672 km (418 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ankara to Varna by bus?
About 10 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ankara and Varna?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Varna?
The Lev (BGN).
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.