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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Shumen is to train and night train which costs $12 - $45 and takes 12h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Shumen is to drive which takes 5h 55m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Shumen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Istanbul Büyük Otogari and arriving at Shumen Kaliakra Bus Stop. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Istanbul and Shumen?

No, there is no direct train from Istanbul to Shumen. However, there are services departing from Yenikapi and arriving at Shumen via Istanbul(Halkali), Çerkezköy and Gorna Oryahovitsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 21m.

How far is it from Istanbul to Shumen?

The distance between Istanbul and Shumen is 373 km. The road distance is 428.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Istanbul to Shumen without a car is to bus which takes 11h 20m and costs $24 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Istanbul to Shumen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Shumen bus from?

Istanbul to Shumen bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Istanbul Büyük Otogari station.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Shumen train from?

Istanbul to Shumen train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), depart from Istanbul(Halkali) station.

Where does the Istanbul to Shumen bus arrive?

Istanbul to Shumen bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Shumen Kaliakra Bus Stop station.

Where does the Istanbul to Shumen train arrive?

Istanbul to Shumen train services, operated by Turkish Railways (TCDD), arrive at Cerkezkoy station.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Shumen?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Shumen is 429 km. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Istanbul to Shumen.

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

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Where can I stay near Shumen?

There are 69+ hotels available in Shumen.

Istanbul to Shumen - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Istanbul to Shumen by plane, shuttle, bus, train, night train, or car

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Fly, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane IST - VAR
2. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Shumenshuttle
5h 57m
$222–492
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Istanbul(Halkali) to Cerkezkoytrain Re
2. Take the nighttrain from Çerkezköy to Gorna Oryahovitsanighttrain
3. Take the train from Gorna Oryahovitsa to Shumentrain Re / ...
12h 21m
$12–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Shumen Kaliakra Bus Stopbus Citylines 56 / ...
11h 20m
$24–50
Drive 428.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Shumencar 428.7 km
5h 55m
$68–98

Istanbul to Shumen by bus

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Distance: 373.4 km
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Shumen, Bulgaria?

Citylines operates a bus from Istanbul Büyük Otogari to Shumen Kaliakra Bus Stop once daily. Tickets cost $30–50 and the journey takes 11h 20m. Three other operators also service this route.

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