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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Shumen
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€19
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€26
Fastest journey on Sep 18
5 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
8 h 11 m
Buses on Sep 18
4
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 €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 buses from Sofia to Shumen, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 300 km distance in an average of 8 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 14 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.
10:30 AM6h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)4:30 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers- 6:30 AM5h50Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)12:20 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM6h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)3:30 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus1:15 PM14h55София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)4:10 AMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€491One-way1 transfer
- 6:30 AM5h50Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)12:20 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 AM6h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)3:30 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€191One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus1:15 PM14h55София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2)4:10 AMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)€491One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Sofia to Shumen
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Sofia to Shumen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a flight costs an average of €254.
Distance: 300 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €254 Average price | €60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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.
This is compared to other travel options from Sofia to Shumen:
A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sofia to Shumen costing on average €19.
A train is €70 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Shumen costing on average €83.
Other travel options to Shumen take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 44m.
Train takes on average 8h 19m.
Live departures
Sofia to Shumen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Shumen buses for tomorrow, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:15 PM София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) | 14h55 | 4:10 AM Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Sofia to Shumen
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Buses from Sofia to Shumen run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 300 km distance in 4h 20m.
Distance 300 km |
Average bus duration 6h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 4h 20m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 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 International
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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 Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара) 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.
Which Sofia station do buses to Shumen leave from?
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 Sofia (София) from Sofia city centre
Sofia (София) bus station facilities and services
Sofia (София) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Small cafes available nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Sofia (София). ATMs are aTM machines available onsite.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sofia (София).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sofia (София): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sofia (София): Facilities are accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to София, Централна Aвтогара 2 (Sofia, Centralna Avtogara 2) from Sofia city centre
Which Shumen station do buses from Sofia arrive at?
Getting to Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) from Shumen city centre
Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) is 1 km from Shumen city centre. Public transport options include:
Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) bus station facilities and services
Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара). ATMs are next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара): Wheelchair accessible.
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