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

The cheapest way to get from Shumen to Plovdiv is to train which costs $5 - $10 and takes 7h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shumen to Plovdiv is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Shumen and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct bus from Shumen station to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Shumen Bus Station and arriving at Plovdiv via Veliko Tarnovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Shumen and Plovdiv?

No, there is no direct train from Shumen to Plovdiv. However, there are services departing from Shumen and arriving at Plovdiv via Stara Zagora. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Shumen to Plovdiv?

The distance between Shumen and Plovdiv is 338 km. The road distance is 285.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shumen to Plovdiv without a car is to bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo which takes 7h 20m and costs $19 - $23.

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Shumen to Plovdiv, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shumen to Plovdiv bus from?

Shumen to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, depart from Shumen Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shumen to Plovdiv train from?

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

Train or bus from Shumen to Plovdiv?

The best way to get from Shumen to Plovdiv is to bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo which takes 7h 20m and costs $19 - $23. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $5 - $10 and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Shumen to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Shumen to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Grup Plus - Etap Adresss, arrive at Veliko Tarnovo station.

Where does the Shumen to Plovdiv train arrive?

Shumen to Plovdiv train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Stara Zagora station.

Can I drive from Shumen to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Shumen to Plovdiv is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Shumen to Plovdiv.

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

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Shumen to Plovdiv - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shumen to Plovdiv by bus, train, or car

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Bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo
best
1. Take the bus from Shumen Bus Station to Veliko Tarnovobus Group Plus 3532 / ...
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Plovdivbus
7h 20m
$19–22
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shumen to Stara Zagoratrain Ic
2. Take the train from Stara Zagora to Plovdivtrain Re / ...
7h 54m
$6–10
Drive 285.4 km
1. Drive from Shumen to Plovdivcar 285.4 km
3h 14m
$45–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shumen to Kotelbus
2. Take the bus from Kotel to Plovdivbus
8h 55m

Shumen to Plovdiv by train

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7h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 338 km
Duration: 7h 20m

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

You can take a bus from Shumen Bus Station to Plovdiv via Veliko Tarnovo in around 7h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Shumen to Plovdiv via Stara Zagora in around 7h 54m.

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