- Must visit
Muzeul Național de Artă al României
Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
4 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
145 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Shumen to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Shumen to Bucharest will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 buses that leave Shumen for Bucharest every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 145 km distance in an average of 4 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus
FlixBusThe table below shows live departures for Shumen to Bucharest coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 25 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 1:50 Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) | 4h20 | 6:10 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Shumen to Bucharest run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 145 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 145 km |
Average bus duration 4h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 1:50 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 5 days |
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Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
Open-air museum with traditional houses, churches and farm buildings moved from across Romania, ideal for architecture and folklore.
Museum in Ceaușescu’s former residence, showing preserved private rooms, décor and daily life inside the late communist elite.
Atmospheric historic quarter with churches, inns, small lanes and restored buildings, ideal for walking and seeing old Bucharest.
Elegant central avenue linking major squares, theatres and historic buildings; one of the city’s best walks for architecture and atmosphere.
Large landscaped park around Herăstrău Lake with promenades, boat rentals and green space for a relaxed break from central traffic.
Sarmale are cabbage rolls stuffed with minced pork and rice, slowly cooked and often served with polenta. They are a festive Romanian staple.
Mici are skinless grilled minced meat rolls seasoned with garlic and spices. They are a beloved street and barbecue classic in Bucharest.
Ciorbă de burtă is a rich sour tripe soup with garlic, vinegar and cream. It is one of Romania’s most iconic traditional soups.
Elegant dining room showcasing modern Romanian cooking and tasting menus in a polished central setting.
Historic beer hall serving Romanian classics, grilled meats and local beer in a lively old-town setting.
Stylish restaurant focused on Romanian cuisine with refined plating and a more contemporary dining room.
Budget-friendly for a European capital: hotels, meals and public transport are generally cheaper than in Western and Central European city breaks.
Service is not always included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up or add 5-10% for taxis, and small change at cafés is appreciated.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shumen to Bucharest by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Shumen to Bucharest buses use the Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) to București station pair, with some services arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Use this guide to compare Shumen and Bucharest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) is 1 km from Shumen city centre. Public transport options include:
Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара). ATMs are next to the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара).
Available at Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shumen, Avtogara (Шумен, Автогара): Wheelchair accessible.
Shumen, Sofiĭsko shose - "Peti kilometŭr" (Шумен, Софийско шосе - "Пети километър") is 4 km from Shumen city centre. Public transport options include:
Shumen, Sofiĭsko shose - "Peti kilometŭr" (Шумен, Софийско шосе - "Пети километър") has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Shumen, Sofiĭsko shose - "Peti kilometŭr" (Шумен, Софийско шосе - "Пети километър"). ATMs are available at Shumen, Sofiĭsko shose - "Peti kilometŭr" (Шумен, Софийско шосе - "Пети километър").
Ticket office support is available at Shumen, Sofiĭsko shose - "Peti kilometŭr" (Шумен, Софийско шосе - "Пети километър").
Available at Shumen, Sofiĭsko shose - "Peti kilometŭr" (Шумен, Софийско шосе - "Пети километър"): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Shumen, Sofiĭsko shose - "Peti kilometŭr" (Шумен, Софийско шосе - "Пети километър"): Station is accessible for persons with reduced mobility.
București has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several small food stalls available.
Wi-Fi is available at București. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at București.
Available at București: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at București: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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