Bus and Coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven from various bus operators like Union Ivkoni or Group Plus Ltd for the next days.

today

£15

tomorrow

£15

Tuesday

£15

Wednesday

£15

Thursday

£28

Friday

£15

Saturday

£16

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	8h 5m	06:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station		Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 04/10/2026 06:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 04/10/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
	Union Ivkoni	10h 5m	06:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	16:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station		Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 04/10/2026 06:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 04/10/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	11h 5m	03:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 05/10/2026 03:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 05/10/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
Union Ivkoni	8h 5m	06:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 05/10/2026 06:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 05/10/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
Union Ivkoni	10h 5m	06:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	16:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 05/10/2026 06:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 05/10/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	11h 5m	03:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 06/10/2026 03:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 06/10/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
Union Ivkoni	10h 5m	06:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	16:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 06/10/2026 06:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 06/10/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m
Union Ivkoni	8h 5m	06:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 06/10/2026 06:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 06/10/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
Union Ivkoni	11h 35m	04:45	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	16:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£30	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 06/10/2026 04:45:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 06/10/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m
Union Ivkoni	9h 35m	04:45	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£30	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 06/10/2026 04:45:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 06/10/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £30 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	11h 5m	03:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 07/10/2026 03:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 07/10/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
Union Ivkoni	10h 5m	06:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	16:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 07/10/2026 06:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 07/10/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m
Union Ivkoni	8h 5m	06:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 07/10/2026 06:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 07/10/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Group Plus Ltd	10h 30m	17:30	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	04:00	Sliven	Central Bus Station		Economy	£28	A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 08/10/2026 17:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 09/10/2026 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Did you know that if you travel from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven via Burgas, you can save more than £3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Union Ivkoni
  
  12h 0m
  
  0
  
  06:15
  
  Veliko Tarnovo
  Bus Stop
  
  16:05
  
  Burgas
  Bus Station South
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £16
  
  A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 05/10/2026 06:15:00 to Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) arriving at 05/10/2026 16:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 50m
- Union Ivkoni
  
  1h 45m
  
  0
  
  16:30
  
  Burgas
  Bus Station South
  
  18:15
  
  Sliven
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £9
  
  A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) at 05/10/2026 16:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 05/10/2026 18:15:00. 50 Economy ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 1h 45m
Travel time is 1h 30m longer, but you will save £3

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	11h 5m	03:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 09/10/2026 03:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 09/10/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
Union Ivkoni	10h 5m	06:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	16:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 09/10/2026 06:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 09/10/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m
Union Ivkoni	8h 5m	06:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£15	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 09/10/2026 06:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 09/10/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £15 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	11h 5m	03:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£16	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 10/10/2026 03:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 10/10/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 5m
Union Ivkoni	8h 5m	06:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	14:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£16	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 10/10/2026 06:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 10/10/2026 14:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
Union Ivkoni	10h 5m	06:15	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	16:20	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£16	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 10/10/2026 06:15:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 10/10/2026 16:20:00. 50 Economy ticket for £16 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 5m
Group Plus Ltd	10h 30m	17:30	Veliko Tarnovo	Bus Stop	04:00	Sliven	Central Bus Station	Economy	£28	A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Bus Stop, Veliko Tarnovo (Bulgaria) at 10/10/2026 17:30:00 to Central Bus Station, Sliven (Bulgaria) arriving at 11/10/2026 04:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £28 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 30m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven is £9 on 02/10/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Veliko Tarnovo and Sliven

See here how frequent the connections between Veliko Tarnovo and Sliven are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily coaches from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Veliko Tarnovo and Sliven.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 17 coaches from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Veliko Tarnovo and Sliven, with 3 offers.

Facts about coaches from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven

Compare all providers like Union Ivkoni and Group Plus Ltd that travel 4 times every day by bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven in one click! Book your bus ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven starting from £9!

Cheapest Bus	£9
Fastest Bus	8h 5m
Earliest Coach	06:15
Latest Coach	17:30
Daily Bus Connections	4 Ø
Distance	72.3 km
Coach Companies	Union Ivkoni and Group Plus Ltd

Cheapest coach connections from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven

Every day, 4 buses from 2 coach companies leave Veliko Tarnovo for Sliven: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/10/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 28/09

Tuesday 29/09

Wednesday 30/09

Thursday 01/10

Friday 02/10

Saturday 03/10

Sunday 04/10

£15

Monday 05/10

£16

Tuesday 06/10

£30

Wednesday 07/10

£15

Thursday 08/10

£28

Friday 09/10

£15

Saturday 10/10

£28

Sunday 11/10

£30

Monday 12/10

£28

Tuesday 13/10

£15

Wednesday 14/10

Thursday 15/10

£15

Friday 16/10

£16

Saturday 17/10

£15

Sunday 18/10

£16

Monday 19/10

£16

Tuesday 20/10

£28

Wednesday 21/10

£28

Thursday 22/10

£28

Friday 23/10

£28

Saturday 24/10

£28

Sunday 25/10

The cheapest time to travel from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £14, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £15.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven, with £15. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £28.

How to save money travelling from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Veliko Tarnovo and Sliven

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Veliko Tarnovo and Sliven.

Bus Stop

Central Bus Station

bulevard "Hadzhi Dimitar" 39-А

Service and Comfort on the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven? Or which bus companies serve the route Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven bus

How much does a Veliko Tarnovo - Sliven coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Veliko Tarnovo - Sliven bus trip is available from £9 and takes 8h 5m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven?

The connection Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £9 to £30. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Veliko Tarnovo - Sliven route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Sliven from Veliko Tarnovo take?

The quickest coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven is provided by Union Ivkoni and takes 8h 5m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £15. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven?

The earliest bus to Sliven departs from Veliko Tarnovo at 06:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven?

The latest bus to Sliven departs from Veliko Tarnovo at 17:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Veliko Tarnovo - Sliven route?

Passengers looking to travel from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven can travel with Union Ivkoni and Group Plus Ltd. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Veliko Tarnovo and Sliven?

You can check all the direct connections between Veliko Tarnovo and Sliven by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Union Ivkoni and Group Plus Ltd.

What can I take with me on the bus to Sliven from Veliko Tarnovo?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Veliko Tarnovo Sliven bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Veliko Tarnovo Sliven bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven on your planned travel date.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Veliko Tarnovo to Sliven

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Veliko Tarnovo and to Sliven

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Veliko Tarnovo and to Sliven. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!