How much is the bus ticket from Sofia to Shumen?

The cheapest bus tickets from Sofia to Shumen start at R 409. The average price for this route is around R 413. 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 50m, 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?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Grup Plus , 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 19:31.

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 98 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 4.8 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.

Bus Sofia to Shumen from R 369 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Sofia to Shumen on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	15:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 35m	21:05	Shumen	Cheapest
Bus	21:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 30m	03:00	Shumen	Fastest
Bus	17:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 45m	22:45	Shumen	No tags
Bus	15:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 35m	21:05	Shumen	No tags
Bus	19:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 34m	01:04	Shumen	No tags

Next departures from Sofia to Shumen on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 20m	05:50	Shumen	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	6h 5m	12:05	Shumen	No tags
Bus	00:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 20m	05:50	Shumen	No tags
Bus	09:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	6h	15:30	Shumen	No tags
Bus	06:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	6h 5m	12:05	Shumen	No tags

Next departures from Sofia to Shumen on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 20m	05:50	Shumen	CheapestFastest
Bus	06:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	6h 5m	12:05	Shumen	No tags
Bus	09:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	6h	15:30	Shumen	No tags
Bus	11:00	Sofia Central Bus Station	6h	17:00	Shumen	No tags
Bus	12:30	Sofia Central Bus Station	5h 50m	18:20	Shumen	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:37 AM EET.

Get from Sofia to Shumen

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 409, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

5h 50mAverage duration

301 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Sofia and Shumen?

Stops in Sofia

A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
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B
Sofia Airport
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C
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2
bul. Kniaz Aleksandar Dondukov 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria
D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
E
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
Visit page
F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria

Stops in Shumen

A
Shumen
pl. "Osvobozhdenie" 18, 9700 Shumen, Bulgaria
B
Shumen (Avtogara)
ul. "Kaliakra" 71, 9701 Shumen Center, Shumen, Bulgaria
Visit page
C
автобусна спирка Shumen - Madara
bul. "Madara" 31, Shumen, Bulgaria
D
Avtobusna Spirka Shumen
bul. "Madara" 5, 9701 Shumen, Bulgaria

Compare bus companies

Grup Plus

4/598 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.8

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.8

Infobus

4/5491 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

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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 409. The average price for this route is around R 413. 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 50m, 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?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Grup Plus, 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 19:31.
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 98 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 4.8 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.

Best price found

05/12

R 372

06/12

R 374

Today

R 373

08/12

R 373

09/12

R 372

10/12

R 370

11/12

R 374

12/12

R 372

The cheapest trip from Sofia to Shumen was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 370

To 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 370 to R 461 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 370, which is on 2025-12-10.

Usually Infobus 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.