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

The cheapest way to get from Plovdiv to Shumen is to train which costs $10 - $20 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Shumen is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Shumen?

No, there is no direct bus from Plovdiv to Shumen station. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv and arriving at Shumen Bus Station via Veliko Tarnovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Plovdiv and Shumen?

No, there is no direct train from Plovdiv to Shumen. However, there are services departing from Plovdiv and arriving at Shumen via Stara Zagora. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Plovdiv to Shumen?

The distance between Plovdiv and Shumen is 338 km. The road distance is 285.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Shumen without a car is to bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo which takes 6h 24m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Plovdiv to Shumen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Shumen bus from?

Plovdiv to Shumen bus services, operated by Plovdiv Express - 2000, depart from Plovdiv station.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Shumen train from?

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

Train or bus from Plovdiv to Shumen?

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Shumen is to bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo which takes 6h 24m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $20 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Plovdiv to Shumen bus arrive?

Plovdiv to Shumen bus services, operated by Plovdiv Express - 2000, arrive at Veliko Tarnovo station.

Where does the Plovdiv to Shumen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plovdiv to Shumen?

Yes, the driving distance between Plovdiv to Shumen is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Plovdiv to Shumen.

Where can I stay near Shumen?

There are 59+ hotels available in Shumen.

Plovdiv to Shumen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 5 ways to get from Plovdiv to Shumen by bus, train, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo
best
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Veliko Tarnovo
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Shumen Bus StationGroup Plus 1697 / ...
6h 24m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Plovdiv to Stara ZagoraRe
2. Take the train from Stara Zagora to ShumenRe
8h 26m
$11–20
Drive 285.5 km
1. Drive from Plovdiv to Shumen285.5 km
3h 13m
$45–65
Bus, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv North Bus and Coach 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
5h 45m
$167–350
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Kotel
2. Take the bus from Kotel to Shumen
8h 55m

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR) flights

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50 minAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Plovdiv to Shumen.

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Distance: 337.6 km
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Plovdiv to Shumen Bus Station via Veliko Tarnovo in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Plovdiv to Shumen via Stara Zagora in around 8h 26m.

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