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

The cheapest way to get from Pleven to Shumen is to train which costs $7 - $13 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pleven to Shumen is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $7 - $13.

Is there a direct bus between Pleven and Shumen?

No, there is no direct bus from Pleven to Shumen station. However, there are services departing from Pleven and arriving at Shumen Bus Station via Veliko Tarnovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Pleven and Shumen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pleven and arriving at Shumen. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Pleven to Shumen?

The distance between Pleven and Shumen is 236 km. The road distance is 217.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Pleven to Shumen without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $7 - $13.

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

The train from Pleven to Shumen takes 3h 4m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Pleven to Shumen bus from?

Pleven to Shumen bus services, operated by Pleven Bus Station, depart from Pleven station.

Where do I catch the Pleven to Shumen train from?

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

Train or bus from Pleven to Shumen?

The best way to get from Pleven to Shumen is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs $7 - $13. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Pleven to Shumen bus arrive?

Pleven to Shumen bus services, operated by Pleven Bus Station, arrive at Veliko Turnovo station.

Where does the Pleven to Shumen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pleven to Shumen?

Yes, the driving distance between Pleven to Shumen is 217 km. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Pleven to Shumen.

Where can I stay near Shumen?

There are 56+ hotels available in Shumen.

Pleven to Shumen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Pleven to Shumen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Pleven to Shumentrain 2615 / ...
3h 4m
$7–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pleven to Veliko Turnovobus
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Shumen Bus Stationbus Group Plus 1697 / ...
5h 4m
Drive 217.4 km
1. Drive from Pleven to Shumencar 217.4 km
3h 5m
$35–50
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pleven to Shumentaxi 217.4 km
3h 5m
$140–170

Pleven to Shumen by train

28Weekly Trains

3h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 236.4 km
Duration: 3h 4m

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

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Pleven to Shumen 4 times a day. Tickets cost $7–13 and the journey takes 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pleven to Shumen Bus Station via Veliko Tarnovo in around 5h 4m.

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