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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Shumen to Sofia
Cheapest price
€28
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 36 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Shumen to Sofia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shumen to Sofia will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
Of the 11 buses that leave Shumen for Sofia on Wed, Nov 12, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 12 the direct buses cover the 300 km distance in an average of 5 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Wed, Nov 12 the slowest buses will take 5 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Shumen to Sofia
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Shumen to Sofia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €57.
Distance: 300 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€24 Average price | €77 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Shumen to Sofia bus times
The table below shows live departures for Shumen to Sofia buses for today, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 10:21 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 5h34 | 3:55 PM Sofiya Airport - Terminal T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 10:21 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h09 | 4:30 PM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 12:40 PM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h20 | 7:00 PM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 9:40 PM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h00 | 3:40 AM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 9:40 PM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 5h45 | 3:25 AM Sofiya Airport - Terminal T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 12:15 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 5h55 | 6:10 AM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 12:15 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 5h05 | 5:20 AM Sofiya Airport - Terminal T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 4:10 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h05 | 10:15 AM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 4:10 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 5h40 | 9:50 AM Sofiya Airport - Terminal T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 6:10 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h10 | 12:20 PM Sofiya Airport - Terminal T1 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 0 | 6:10 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h40 | 12:50 PM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Shumen to Sofia
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Buses from Shumen to Sofia run on average 17 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €22 but you can travel from only €10 by train.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 300 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 300 km |
Average bus duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: Group Plus, Infobus, Ourbus, ETAP Group from Shumen to SofiaYou can travel by bus between Shumen to Sofia with Group Plus, Infobus, Ourbus, ETAP Group for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Shumen to Sofia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shumen to Sofia by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sofia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Shumen, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара), Shumen, Sofiĭsko shose - " Peti kilometŭr" (Шумен, Софийско шосе - " Пети километър" ) and Шумен (Shumen), бул. Ришки проход. When arriving in Sofia, you can end your route in coach stations like Sofiya Airport - Terminal T2, Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) and София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара), which is located around 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sofiya Airport - Terminal T2, located 7.8 miles (12.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Shumen to Sofia
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Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
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Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 213, 305, 404 Metro: M2 Train: Sofia Central Station
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