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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 | Shumen | Sofia Central Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Shumen | Sofia Airport Departure Terminal 1 | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Shumen | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shumen | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Shumen | Sofia Central Bus Station | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 9:43 PM EET.
Get from Shumen to Sofia
The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Shumen and Sofia?
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
Stops in Sofia
- Abulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria
- 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 - Ebulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria
- F
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Shumen to Sofia 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 Shumen to Sofia?
The cheapest bus tickets from Shumen to Sofia start from $24. The average price for this route is around $26. 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 Shumen to Sofia?
The average bus trip duration from Shumen to Sofia is 6h, covering a distance of 183 miles (296 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 5m and is operated by Grup Plus.
Which bus companies service the Shumen to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 23 buses available per day, including services from Grup Plus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Shumen to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Shumen to Sofia at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Shumen to Sofia?
A bus trip from Shumen to Sofia generates an estimated 7 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 Shumen to Sofia?
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 101 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Shumen to Sofia?
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 Shumen to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller 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 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 Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $22To 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 $22 to $30 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 $22 which is on 2025-12-26.
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.
