Bulgaria Train Guide 2026: BDZ Night Sleepers to Black Sea

Bulgaria Train Guide: BDZ Night Sleepers to Varna & Burgas for €20

How to take the overnight sleeper train from Sofia to the Black Sea: couchette tickets, schedules, and saving on hotel nights.

Written by ETH Editorial Team

Published: Aug 20, 2026 • Fact-checked by ETH Editorial Team

The Magic of the Bulgarian Night Train

Taking the overnight train across Bulgaria from Sofia to the Black Sea coast (Varna or Burgas) is one of Europe most affordable sleeper experiences.

Sofia to Varna Night Train: Departs Sofia Central around 22:55, arrives Varna at 06:45.
Sofia to Burgas Night Train: Departs Sofia Central around 23:10, arrives Burgas at 06:15.

Second Class Seat: 22 to 28 BGN (€11.00 to €14.00).
4-Berth Couchette (Kushet): Additional 15 BGN (€7.60) supplement.
1st Class Sleeper (Spalen Vagon): Additional 25 to 30 BGN (€12.80 to €15.30) for a 2-bed private compartment with fresh linens and sink.
Total Cost: A bed in a 4-berth couchette costs under €22.00 total, giving you transit across the country and a night of sleep for less than the price of a hostel bed.

Buy online at bileti.bdz.bg up to 30 days ahead, or at the international/sleeper ticket windows at Sofia Central Railway Station.