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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 | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Shumen | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Sofia Central Bus Station | Shumen | No tags | ||||
 | 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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Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 8:00 PM EEST.
Get from Sofia to Shumen
The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just CLP 22,853, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Sofia and Shumen
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - E
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 (Avtogara)
ul. "Kaliakra" 71, 9701 Shumen Center, Shumen, Bulgaria - B
Shumen
pl. "Osvobozhdenie" 18, 9700 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 traveling from Sofia to Shumen by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from CLP 22,853. The average price for this route is around CLP 23,162. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Sofia to Shumen?
The average bus trip duration from Sofia to Shumen is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 187 miles (301 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Sofia to Shumen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, Grup Plus, FlixBus, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Sofia to Shumen?
The earliest bus departs from Sofia to Shumen at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Sofia to Shumen?
A bus trip from Sofia to Shumen generates an estimated 7.52155 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Sofia to Shumen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Infobus, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 497 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 has the most timely service from Sofia to Shumen?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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 Aug 26, 2026 with a price of CLP 20,485To 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 CLP 20,485 to CLP 20,738 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 CLP 20,485 which is on 2026-08-29.
