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Best price £ 12.99
Journey duration 5 h 40 min
Connections per day 6
First departure 06:30
Last departure 23:30
Distance 186.4 mi

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How much do bus tickets from Sofia to Shumen cost?

Prices will vary when you travel from Sofia to Shumen. On average, though, you'll pay about £ 13.18 for a bus ticket. You can find bus tickets for prices as low as £ 12.89, but it may require some flexibility with your travel plans. If you're looking for a low price, you may need to prepare to spend more time in transit. You can also often find cheaper bus tickets at particular times of day, or on certain days of the week. Of course, ticket prices often change during the year, too; expect to pay more in peak season. For the lowest prices, it's usually best to make your reservation in advance. Be careful, though, as many providers do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest bus tickets.

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Buses from Sofia to Shumen

Union Ivkoni (Юнион Ивкони) Union Ivkoni (Юнион Ивкони) 06:30 – 12:20 Sofia Central Bus Station – Shumen Bus Station £ 13.04 5 h 50 min Direct
Union Ivkoni (Юнион Ивкони) Union Ivkoni (Юнион Ивкони) 07:30 – 12:50 Sofia Central Bus Station – Shumen Bus Station £ 13.04 5 h 20 min Direct
Union Ivkoni (Юнион Ивкони) Union Ivkoni (Юнион Ивкони) 10:30 – 16:15 Sofia Central Bus Station – Shumen Bus Station £ 13.04 5 h 45 min Direct
Group Plus Ltd Group Plus Ltd 12:30 – 18:20 Sofia Central Bus Station – Shumen Bus Station £ 13.04 5 h 50 min Direct
Group Plus Ltd Group Plus Ltd 15:30 – 21:05 Sofia Central Bus Station – Shumen Bus Station £ 13.04 5 h 35 min Direct
Group Plus Ltd Group Plus Ltd 19:31 – 01:05 Sofia Central Bus Station – Shumen Bus Station £ 13.04 5 h 34 min Direct
Union Ivkoni (Юнион Ивкони) Union Ivkoni (Юнион Ивкони) 23:30 – 05:00 Sofia Central Bus Station – Shumen Bus Station £ 13.04 5 h 30 min Direct

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

The journey between Sofia and Shumen runs for about 186.4 mi and usually takes approximately 5 h 38 min. However, this figure is an average and will vary according to a number of factors. Depending on the method of transport that you choose, you might be able to arrive in less time. The shortest time in which you can complete this journey is 4 h 30 min. If you are trying to get from Sofia to Shumen as quickly as possible, look for express routes or non-stopping services. Direct routes are not always the fastest way to travel. At times, you may even find a quicker route that involves a connection in another city.

When do the first and last departures from Sofia to Shumen leave?

If you want to set off early, take the first departure of the day from Sofia to Shumen, which usually leaves at 13:30. The last scheduled departure of the day is normally at 23:30. These timetables may vary depending on the day of the week, or at different times of year.

How many journeys from Sofia to Shumen are there every day?

The exact number of journeys from Sofia to Shumen can vary from day to day. Some services may only run on particular days of the week, while others might be seasonal. In general, an average of 6 departures leave each day. These are run by a number of different transport providers, including Union Ivkoni, Union Ivkoni (National), Union Ivkoni (Юнион Ивкони), GRUP PLUS GMBH, Group Plus, Group Plus Ltd and Grup Plus. On particularly busy days, there can be up to 25 departures. You can usually expect there to be more connections on weekdays. Many providers run fewer journeys on weekends or public holidays. As a traveler, you may prefer to take a direct route from Sofia to Shumen. However, you will find more options available to you if you are willing to take a connecting route. These pass through one or more different cities, and you'll have to change along the way. Not all travelers feel comfortable making multiple connections, but if you are, then you will enjoy greater flexibility when making your booking. The exact number of daily departures from Sofia to Shumen varies, but in general, you can expect to find 6 direct connections with no changes leaving each day. Travelers who are happy to take an indirect route will find, on average, 0 journeys with one change or more.