The cheapest and fastest buses from Shumen to Sofia
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 42 m
Buses per day
13
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 €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 13 buses that leave Shumen for Sofia on Tue, Feb 10, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Feb 10 the direct buses cover the 300 km distance in an average of 5 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 5 m .
On Tue, Feb 10 the slowest buses will take 6 h 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 |
|---|---|---|
€24 Average price | €81 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m 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, Monday, February 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:40 PM Shumen | 6h00 | 2:40 AM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, February 10 | |||||
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 Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 4:10 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h00 | 10:10 AM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 4:10 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h15 | 10:25 AM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:10 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h10 | 12:20 PM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:10 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h40 | 12:50 PM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:45 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h15 | 2:00 PM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:45 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h35 | 2:20 PM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:21 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 5h44 | 4:05 PM Sofia | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:21 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h19 | 4:40 PM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 12:40 PM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 6h20 | 7:00 PM София, (Sofia) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Shumen to Sofia
Buses from Shumen to Sofia run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €10 by train.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 300 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 300 km |
Average bus duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
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
Group Plus
Infobus
Ourbus
ETAP Group
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.

- Group Plus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Group Plus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- Group Plus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg (55x35x25) and one checked bag up to 25kg (70x50x30).
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Group Plus
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Group Plus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Shumen to Sofia
- 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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