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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Varna Central Bus Station | Shumen | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Varna Central Bus Station | Shumen | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Varna Central Bus Station | Shumen | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:02 PM EET.
Get from Varna to Shumen
The journey takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Varna and Shumen?
Stops in Varna
- ACentral Bus Station Varna, бул. „Владислав Варненчик“ 158, 9000 Varna, Bulgaria
- B
Varna Bus Station
ж.к. Свети Иван Рилски 28Д, 9009 Sveti Ivan Rilski, Varna, Bulgaria
Stops in Shumen
- A
Shumen
pl. "Osvobozhdenie" 18, 9700 Shumen, Bulgaria - Bul. "Kaliakra" 71, 9701 Shumen Center, Shumen, Bulgaria
- C
автобусна спирка Shumen - Madara
bul. "Madara" 31, Shumen, Bulgaria - D
Avtobusna Spirka Shumen
bul. "Madara" 5, 9701 Shumen, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Varna to Shumen by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Varna to Shumen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Varna to Shumen start from $14. The average price for this route is around $14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Varna to Shumen?
The average bus travel time from Varna to Shumen is 1h 10m, covering a distance of 78 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 5m and is operated by Grup Plus.
Which bus companies service the Varna to Shumen route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Grup Plus, Infobus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Varna to Shumen?
The earliest bus departs from Varna to Shumen at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Varna to Shumen?
A bus trip from Varna to Shumen generates an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Varna to Shumen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 96 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Varna to Shumen?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Varna to Shumen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Grup Plus, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Varna to Shumen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Varna to Shumen was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $12To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Varna to Shumen, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $16 for a bus ticket from Varna to Shumen based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Infobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
