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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Shumen to Sofia

Composite routes from Shumen to Sofia

Cheapest
4 h 19 min
Car
439 km.
from $24

Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Shumen Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$14.13–$23.91

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Email:
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Shumen to Varna
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$81.52–$152.17

Grup Plus - Etap Adresss

Phone:
+359 2 989000
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/bg
Bus from Shumen Bus Station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.13–$17.39
Bus from Shumen Bus Station to Antonovo
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.43–$6.52
Bus from Antonovo to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$14.13

Train operators

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Shumen to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.70–$15.22

Airlines

Bulgaria Air

Website:
air.bg/en/
Plane from Varna Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$163.04

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Shumen to Sofia?

The cheapest way to get from Shumen to Sofia is to train which costs $8.70 - $15.22 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shumen to Sofia?

The fastest way to get from Shumen to Sofia is to shuttle and fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $130.43 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Shumen and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shumen Bus Station station and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station station. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Shumen and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shumen and arriving at Sofia Sever. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Shumen to Sofia?

The distance between Shumen and Sofia is 420 km. The road distance is 439.8 km.

How do I travel from Shumen to Sofia without a car?

The best way to get from Shumen to Sofia without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs $8.70 - $15.22 .

How long does it take to get from Shumen to Sofia?

The train from Shumen to Sofia Sever takes 5h 43m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Shumen to Sofia bus from?

Shumen to Sofia bus services, operated by Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, depart from Shumen Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shumen to Sofia train from?

Shumen to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Shumen station.

Train or bus from Shumen to Sofia?

The best way to get from Shumen to Sofia is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs $8.70 - $15.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $14.13 - $23.91 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Shumen to Sofia bus arrive?

Shumen to Sofia bus services, operated by Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

Where does the Shumen to Sofia train arrive?

Shumen to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Sofia Sever station.

Can I drive from Shumen to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Shumen to Sofia is 440 km. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Shumen to Sofia.

How do I get a bus ticket from Shumen to Sofia?

Book your Shumen to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 1944+ hotels available in Sofia. Prices start at $14.84 per night.
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