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

The cheapest way to get from Bansko to Shumen is to train which costs $15 - $29 and takes 12h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bansko to Shumen is to drive which takes 5h 27m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Bansko and Shumen?

No, there is no direct bus from Bansko to Shumen station. However, there are services departing from Bansko Gondola and arriving at Shumen Bus Station via Sofia - Ovcha Kupel and Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Bansko and Shumen?

No, there is no direct train from Bansko to Shumen. However, there are services departing from Bansko and arriving at Shumen via Septemvri and Komunari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 14m.

How far is it from Bansko to Shumen?

The distance between Bansko and Shumen is 520 km. The road distance is 429.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Bansko to Shumen without a car is to bus which takes 8h 53m and costs $30 - $40.

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

It takes approximately 8h 53m to get from Bansko to Shumen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bansko to Shumen bus from?

Bansko to Shumen bus services, operated by Traventuria, depart from Bansko Gondola station.

Where do I catch the Bansko to Shumen train from?

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

Train or bus from Bansko to Shumen?

The best way to get from Bansko to Shumen is to bus which takes 8h 53m and costs $30 - $40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $15 - $29 and takes 12h 14m.

Where does the Bansko to Shumen bus arrive?

Bansko to Shumen bus services, operated by Traventuria, arrive at Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapad.

Where does the Bansko to Shumen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bansko to Shumen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bansko to Shumen is 430 km. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Bansko to Shumen.

Where can I stay near Shumen?

There are 60+ hotels available in Shumen.

Bansko to Shumen - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Bansko to Shumen by bus, train, car, plane, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bansko Gondola to Sofia Bus and Coach Station ZapadTraventuria 13637 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Shumen Bus StationGroup Plus 1665 / ...
8h 53m
$30–39
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bansko to Septemvri
2. Take the train from Septemvri to Komunari
3. Take the train from Komunari to Shumen
12h 14m
$15–28
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bansko New Station to Sofia Bus and Coach Station ZapadTraventuria 13637 / ...
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Shumen2613 / ...
9h 37m
$28–42
Drive 429.8 km
1. Drive from Bansko to Shumen429.8 km
5h 27m
$68–98
Bus, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Bansko New Station to Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR)SOF - VAR
3. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Shumen
6h
$170–360
Bus via Plovdiv
1. Take the bus from Bansko to Plovdiv South
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Kotel
3. Take the bus from Kotel to Shumen
12h 55m
Train via Stara Zagora
1. Take the train from Bansko to Septemvri
2. Take the train from Septemvri to Stara Zagora
3. Take the train from Stara Zagora to Shumen
13h 45m
$15–29

Bansko to Shumen by bus

63Weekly Buses

8h 53mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Bansko to Shumen.

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Distance: 520.2 km
Duration: 8h 53m

What companies run services between Bansko, Bulgaria and Shumen, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Bansko Gondola to Shumen Bus Station via Sofia Bus and Coach Station Zapad, Sofia - Ovcha Kupel, Sofia, and Sofia Central Bus Station in around 8h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bansko to Shumen via Septemvri and Komunari in around 12h 14m.

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