What is the cheapest way to get from Ruse to Shabla?

The cheapest way to get from Ruse to Shabla is to bus which costs $17 - $25 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ruse to Shabla?

The fastest way to get from Ruse to Shabla is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Shabla?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruse to Shabla. However, there are services departing from Ruse and arriving at Shabla via Varna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Ruse to Shabla?

The distance between Ruse and Shabla is 276 km. The road distance is 265.5 km.

How do I travel from Ruse to Shabla without a car?

The best way to get from Ruse to Shabla without a car is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $17 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Ruse to Shabla?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Ruse to Shabla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Shabla bus from?

Ruse to Shabla bus services, operated by Autogaravn, depart from Ruse station.

Train or bus from Ruse to Shabla?

The best way to get from Ruse to Shabla is to bus which takes 6h 15m and costs $17 - $25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $22 - $35 and takes 7h 38m.

Where does the Ruse to Shabla bus arrive?

Ruse to Shabla bus services, operated by Autogaravn, arrive at Varna station.

Can I drive from Ruse to Shabla?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruse to Shabla is 265 km. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Ruse to Shabla.

Where can I stay near Shabla?

There are 178+ hotels available in Shabla.

Ruse to Shabla - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ruse to Shabla by bus, train, or car

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 Ruse to Varna
2. Take the bus from Varna to Shabla
6h 15m
$17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Ruse to Varna9621 / ...
7h 38m
$22–35
Drive 265.5 km
1. Drive from Ruse to Shabla265.5 km
3h 18m
$42–61
Bus via Ruse East
1. Take the bus from Ruse East to VarnaN984
2. Take the bus from Varna to Shabla
6h 20m
$27–38

Ruse to Shabla by bus

7Weekly Buses

6h 20mAverage Duration

$27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 275.7 km
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Ruse, Bulgaria and Shabla, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Ruse to Shabla via Varna in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, Bulgarian Railways (BDZh) operates a train from Ruse to Varna twice daily. Tickets cost $7–12 and the journey takes 3h 47m.

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