Next bus departures
| 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 |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 23:29 EEST.
Get from Sofia to Shumen
The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just MAD 238, 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 travelling by bus from Sofia to Shumen
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 Sofia to Shumen?
The cheapest coach tickets from Sofia to Shumen start from MAD 238. The average price for this route is around MAD 239. 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 Sofia to Shumen?
The average bus journey time from Sofia to Shumen is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 187 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 14 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 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 journey from Sofia to Shumen produces an estimated 7.5215 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 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 498 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Sofia to Shumen?
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 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 7 Sept 2026 with a price of MAD 211To 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 MAD 211 to MAD 324 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 MAD 211, which is on 2026-09-07.
Usually FlixBus 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.
