- Distance: 420 km
- Duration: 5h 52m
The average train between Shumen and Sofia takes 5h 52m and the fastest train takes 5h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Shumen to Sofia. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Shumen and Sofia. The earliest departure is at 9:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Shumen is at 11:36 PM which arrives into Sofia at 5:39 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Shumen to Sofia? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Shumen station and arriving at Sofia station. Services depart 4 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 5h 52m.
Shumen to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Shumen station.
Shumen to Sofia train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Sofia Sever station.
The distance between Shumen and Sofia is 299.6 km. The road distance is 420 km.
Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Shumen to Sofia Sever every 4 hours. Tickets cost $6–10 and the journey takes 5h 41m.
