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

The cheapest way to get from Shumen to Sliven is to train which costs $6 - $12 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shumen to Sliven is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Shumen and Sliven?

No, there is no direct bus from Shumen to Sliven. However, there are services departing from Shumen and arriving at Sliven via Kotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Shumen and Sliven?

No, there is no direct train from Shumen to Sliven. However, there are services departing from Shumen and arriving at Sliven via Komunari and Zimnitsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Shumen to Sliven?

The distance between Shumen and Sliven is 133 km. The road distance is 136.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shumen to Sliven without a car is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Shumen to Sliven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shumen to Sliven bus from?

Shumen to Sliven bus services, operated by Kotel Municipal Transport, depart from Shumen station.

Where do I catch the Shumen to Sliven train from?

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

Train or bus from Shumen to Sliven?

The best way to get from Shumen to Sliven is to bus which takes 4h 8m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $6 - $12 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Shumen to Sliven bus arrive?

Shumen to Sliven bus services, operated by Kotel Municipal Transport, arrive at Kotel station.

Where does the Shumen to Sliven train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shumen to Sliven?

Yes, the driving distance between Shumen to Sliven is 136 km. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Shumen to Sliven.

Where can I stay near Sliven?

There are 75+ hotels available in Sliven.

Shumen to Sliven - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Shumen to Sliven by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Shumen to Kotelbus
2. Take the bus from Kotel to Slivenbus
4h 8m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shumen to Komunaritrain 26205 / ...
2. Take the train from Komunari to Zimnitsatrain 8650 / ...
4h 52m
$6–12
Drive 136.4 km
1. Drive from Shumen to Slivencar 136.4 km
2h 2m
$22–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shumen to Sliventaxi 136.4 km
2h 2m
$90–110
Bus via Karnobat
1. Take the bus from Shumen to Karnobatbus
2. Take the bus from Karnobat Bus Station to Sliven Central Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni
4h 25m
$8–12

Shumen to Sliven by train

14Weekly Trains

4h 52mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Shumen to Sliven.

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Distance: 133.1 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Shumen to Sliven via Kotel in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shumen to Sliven via Komunari and Zimnitsa in around 4h 52m.

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