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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Shumen
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€22
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 33 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
300 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sofia to Shumen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sofia to Shumen will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 10 buses that leave Sofia for Shumen on Tue, Aug 04, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 300 km distance in an average of 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.
9:30 AM6h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)3:30 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers- 7:30 PM5h34Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)1:04 AMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM5h35Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)9:05 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers
- 10:30 AM6h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)4:30 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 PM5h30Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)3:00 AMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers
- 12:30 AM5h20Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)5:50 AMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 PM5h30Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)3:00 AMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 PM5h34Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)1:04 AMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM5h35Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)9:05 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM5h45Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)10:45 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sofia to Shumen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Shumen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €13. 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 €13, and a flight costs an average of €67.
Distance: 300 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€19 Average price | €95 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration 8h 19m 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
Sofia to Shumen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Shumen buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h45 | 10:45 PM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h34 | 1:04 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h30 | 3:00 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
| 12:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h20 | 5:50 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h50 | 12:20 PM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 6h00 | 3:30 PM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:30 AM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 6h00 | 4:30 PM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h50 | 6:20 PM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 14h55 | 4:10 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 1 transfer | |
| 3:30 PM Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) | 5h35 | 9:05 PM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Shumen
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Buses from Sofia to Shumen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €13 by train.
There are 10 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 30m.
Distance 300 km |
Average bus duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Bus providers: Group Plus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, Union Ivkoni from Sofia to ShumenYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Shumen with Group Plus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, Union Ivkoni for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Union Ivkoni
FAQs: Bus from Sofia to Shumen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sofia to Shumen 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 Shumen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Sofia to Shumen
Most Sofia to Shumen buses use the София, (Sofia) to Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) station pair. Use this guide to compare Sofia and Shumen bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to София, (Sofia) from Sofia city centre
Getting to Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) from Sofia city centre
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) is 1 km from Sofia city centre. Public transport options include:
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) bus station facilities and services
Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
Most popular bus connections from Sofia
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