Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Shumen | Sofia Central Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Shumen | Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1 | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Shumen (Avtogara) | Serdika | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Shumen | Serdika | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:12 EEST.
Get from Shumen to Sofia
The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just CHF 21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Shumen and Sofia
Stops in Shumen
- A
Shumen
pl. "Osvobozhdenie" 18, 9700 Shumen, Bulgaria - B
Shumen (Avtogara)
ul. "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
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Shumen to Sofia
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Shumen to Sofia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Shumen to Sofia start from CHF 21. The average price for this route is around CHF 21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Shumen to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Shumen to Sofia is 6h 10m, covering a distance of 185 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 5h 5m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Shumen to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 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 Shumen to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Shumen to Sofia at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 19:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Shumen to Sofia?
A bus journey from Shumen to Sofia produces an estimated 7.457925 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Shumen to Sofia?
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 498 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Shumen to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, 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 Shumen to Sofia?
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 Shumen to Sofia?
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 Shumen to Sofia was searched and found on 10 Sept 2026 with a price of CHF 19To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Shumen to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CHF 19 to CHF 45 for a bus ticket from Shumen to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 19, which is on 2026-09-10.
Usually FlixBus, Union Ivkoni will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
