4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Sofia to Shumen
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$27
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 $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 10 buses that leave Sofia for Shumen on Sun, Jun 21, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 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 Sun, Jun 21 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)$231One-way0 transfers- 10:30 AM6h00Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)4:30 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)$231One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM5h35Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)9:05 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)$231One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 AM5h50Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)12:20 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)$231One-way0 transfers
- 12:30 AM5h20Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)5:50 AMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)$231One-way0 transfers
- 12:30 AM5h20Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)5:50 AMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)$231One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 PM5h30Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)3:00 AMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)$231One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 PM5h34Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)1:04 AMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)$231One-way0 transfers
- 3:30 PM5h35Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)9:05 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)$231One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 PM5h45Sofia, Centralna Avtogara (София, Централна Автогара)10:45 PMShumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара)$231One-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 $16. 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 $16, and a flight costs an average of $81.
Distance: 186 miles (300 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$23 Average price | $116 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
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* | 4h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Sofia to Shumen costing on average $23 (€19).
A train is $100 (€82) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sofia to Shumen costing on average $116 (€95).
Other travel options to Shumen take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 45m.
Train takes on average 8h 19m.
Tickets start at around $23 (€19) compared to roughly $72 (€59) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $49 (€40). The journey takes 5h 45m versus 4h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Group Plus, Union Ivkoni, Infobus, Group Plus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Sofia to Shumen Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:04AM | Duration 5h34 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Live departures
Sofia to Shumen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Sofia to Shumen buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| 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 | |
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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 $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $16 (€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 186 miles (300 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 186 miles (300 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€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, Infobus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss from Sofia to ShumenYou can travel by bus between Sofia to Shumen with Group Plus, Union Ivkoni, Infobus, Grup Plus - Etap Adresss for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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Infobus
Union Ivkoni
Grup Plus - Etap Adresss
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.
- Group Plus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible restrooms.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- 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.
- 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).
- Group Plus
- 10€ per additional bag up to 20 kg.
- Infobus
- 10€ 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 Sofia to Shumen
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
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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