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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Shumen | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Shumen | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Shumen | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Shumen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Shumen | No tags |
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Get from Sofia to Shumen
The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 368, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Shumen?
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- C
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - Dbulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
Stops in Shumen
- A
Shumen
pl. "Osvobozhdenie" 18, 9700 Shumen, Bulgaria - Bul. "Kaliakra" 71, 9701 Shumen Center, Shumen, Bulgaria
- C
автобусна спирка Shumen - Madara
bul. "Madara" 31, Shumen, Bulgaria - D
Avtobusna Spirka Shumen
bul. "Madara" 5, 9701 Shumen, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Sofia to Shumen by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Shumen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Shumen start at R 368. The average price for this route is around R 375. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Sofia to Shumen?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Shumen is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 301 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Grup Plus.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Shumen route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Shumen?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Shumen at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Shumen?
A bus trip from Sofia to Shumen produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Sofia to Shumen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 104 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Shumen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Sofia to Shumen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Sofia to Shumen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Sofia to Shumen was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 332To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Sofia to Shumen as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 332 to R 482 for a bus ticket from Sofia to Shumen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 332, which is on 2026-01-25.
