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

The cheapest way to get from Sandanski to Shumen is to train which costs $21 - $40 and takes 11h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandanski to Shumen is to drive which takes 6h 31m and costs $80 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Sandanski and Shumen?

No, there is no direct bus from Sandanski to Shumen station. However, there are services departing from Sandanski and arriving at Shumen Bus Station via Sofia Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Sandanski to Shumen?

The distance between Sandanski and Shumen is 523 km. The road distance is 512.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Sandanski to Shumen without a car is to bus via Sofia which takes 8h 50m and costs $30 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 8h 50m to get from Sandanski to Shumen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sandanski to Shumen bus from?

Sandanski to Shumen bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, depart from Sandanski station.

Train or bus from Sandanski to Shumen?

The best way to get from Sandanski to Shumen is to bus via Sofia which takes 8h 50m and costs $30 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $21 - $40 and takes 11h 17m.

Where does the Sandanski to Shumen bus arrive?

Sandanski to Shumen bus services, operated by BG Razpisanie, arrive at Sofia Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Sandanski to Shumen?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandanski to Shumen is 512 km. It takes approximately 6h 31m to drive from Sandanski to Shumen.

How do I get a bus ticket from Sandanski to Shumen?

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Where can I stay near Shumen?

There are 69+ hotels available in Shumen.

Sandanski to Shumen - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Sandanski 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 via Sofia
best
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Shumen Bus Stationbus Group Plus 1665 / ...
8h 50m
$34–54
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Strumyani to Sofiatrain Ic
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Shumentrain Ic
11h 17m
$21–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Shumentrain Ic
9h 55m
$25–43
Drive 512.5 km
1. Drive from Sandanski to Shumencar 512.5 km
6h 31m
$81–117
Bus, fly, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane SOF - VAR
3. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Shumenshuttle
7h 33m
$175–313
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sandanski to Veliko Tarnovobus N983
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Shumen Bus Stationbus Group Plus 1697 / ...
9h 14m
$41–68

Sandanski to Shumen by bus, foot, tram, and train

26Weekly Services

9h 55mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sandanski to Shumen.

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Distance: 522.8 km
Duration: 8h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Sandanski to Shumen Bus Station via Sofia Central Bus Station in around 8h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sandanski to Shumen via Strumyani, Strumyani, Sofia, Централна Гара, Гара София Север, and Sofia Sever in around 11h 17m.

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