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Which bus from Istanbul to Shumen is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Istanbul to Shumen. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Metro Turizm, Citylines or Huntur. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
tomorrow
£40
Tuesday
£33
Wednesday
£40
Thursday
£33
Friday
£42
Saturday
£34

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 11h 20m 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 05:50 Shumen Bus Station  Basic £40
Metro Turizm 11h 0m 19:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 05:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £41
Metro Turizm 10h 30m 20:00 Istanbul Avcilar 05:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £41
  • Did you know that if you travel from Istanbul to Shumen via Varna, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arda Tur
      12h 15m
      0
      22:30
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      07:10
      Varna
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Arda Tur
      Economy
      £26
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • Group Plus Ltd
      1h 15m
      0
      08:30
      Varna
      Central Coach Station
      09:45
      Shumen
      Bus Station
      0
      Group Plus Ltd
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Huntur 10h 30m 17:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 03:00 Shumen Bus Station  Basic £33
Huntur 10h 30m 18:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 03:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £39
Metro Turizm 11h 20m 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 05:50 Shumen Bus Station  Basic £40
Metro Turizm 11h 0m 19:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 05:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £42
Metro Turizm 10h 30m 20:00 Istanbul Avcilar 05:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £42

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 11h 20m 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 05:50 Shumen Bus Station  Basic £40
Metro Turizm 11h 0m 19:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 05:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £42
Metro Turizm 10h 30m 20:00 Istanbul Avcilar 05:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Istanbul to Shumen via Varna, you can save more than £8? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arda Tur
      12h 15m
      0
      22:30
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      07:10
      Varna
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Arda Tur
      Economy
      £26
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • Group Plus Ltd
      1h 15m
      0
      08:30
      Varna
      Central Coach Station
      09:45
      Shumen
      Bus Station
      0
      Group Plus Ltd
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save £8

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Huntur 10h 30m 17:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 03:00 Shumen Bus Station  Basic £33
Huntur 10h 30m 18:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 03:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £39
Metro Turizm 11h 20m 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 05:50 Shumen Bus Station  Basic £40
Metro Turizm 11h 0m 19:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 05:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £42
Metro Turizm 10h 30m 20:00 Istanbul Avcilar 05:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £42

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Metro Turizm 11h 0m 19:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 05:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £42
Metro Turizm 10h 30m 20:00 Istanbul Avcilar 05:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £42
Citylines 11h 20m 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 05:50 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £42
  • Did you know that if you travel from Istanbul to Shumen via Varna, you can save more than £10? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Arda Tur
      12h 15m
      0
      22:30
      Istanbul
      Esenler Coach Station
      07:10
      Varna
      Central Coach Station
      0
      Arda Tur
      Economy
      £26
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • Group Plus Ltd
      1h 15m
      0
      08:30
      Varna
      Central Coach Station
      09:45
      Shumen
      Bus Station
      0
      Group Plus Ltd
      Economy
      £6
    Travel time is 2h 45m longer, but you will save £10

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Huntur 10h 30m 17:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 03:00 Shumen Bus Station  Basic £34
Huntur 10h 30m 18:00 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 03:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £39
Metro Turizm 11h 0m 19:30 Istanbul Otogar Coach Station 05:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £42
Metro Turizm 10h 30m 20:00 Istanbul Avcilar 05:30 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £42
Citylines 11h 20m 19:30 Istanbul Esenler Coach Station 05:50 Shumen Bus Station  Economy £42

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Istanbul to Shumen is £33 on 27/10/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Istanbul and Shumen?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Istanbul to Shumen. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily coaches from Istanbul to Shumen. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Istanbul and Shumen.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 28 coaches from Istanbul to Shumen, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Istanbul and Shumen, with 9 offers.

All facts for Istanbul to Shumen bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Metro Turizm, Citylines and Huntur that travel daily 6 times by bus from Istanbul to Shumen in one click. Book your Istanbul to Shumen bus ticket starting from £33!

Cheapest Bus £33
Fastest Bus 9h 30m
Earliest Coach 19:30
Latest Coach 20:00
Daily Bus Connections 6 Ø
Distance 303.0 km
Coach Companies Metro Turizm, Citylines and Huntur

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Istanbul to Shumen?

Every day, 6 buses from 3 coach companies leave Istanbul for Shumen. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 01/11/2026 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 26/10
Tuesday 27/10
Wednesday 28/10
Thursday 29/10
Friday 30/10
Saturday 31/10
Sunday 01/11
Monday 02/11
£37
Tuesday 03/11
£34
Wednesday 04/11
£42
Thursday 05/11
£34
Friday 06/11
£42
Saturday 07/11
£33
Sunday 08/11
£42
Monday 09/11
£40
Tuesday 10/11
£34
Wednesday 11/11
£40
Thursday 12/11
£35
Friday 13/11
£40
Saturday 14/11
£33
Sunday 15/11
£42
Monday 16/11
£40
Tuesday 17/11
£34
Wednesday 18/11
£42
Thursday 19/11
£34
Friday 20/11
£42
Saturday 21/11
£35
Sunday 22/11

The cheapest time to travel from Istanbul to Shumen

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Istanbul to Shumen, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £33, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Istanbul to Shumen. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £40.
Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Istanbul to Shumen, with £33. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £39.

How to save money travelling from Istanbul to Shumen

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Istanbul to Shumen in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Istanbul to Shumen, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Istanbul to Shumen are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

What are the most popular bus companies from Istanbul to Shumen?

These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Istanbul to Shumen timetable.

Metro Turizm from Istanbul to Shumen

Metro Turizm

Here you will find the key facts about the Metro Turizm bus route Istanbul to Shumen:

Cheapest Price £40
Fastest Coach 9h 30m
Earliest Coach 19:30
Last Coach 20:00
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 01/11/2026
In total 3 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.

All bus stations and stops in Istanbul and Shumen

Here is a map with all coach stations in Istanbul and Shumen. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Istanbul to Shumen

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Istanbul to Shumen. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Istanbul to Shumen bus

How much does a Istanbul Shumen coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Istanbul Shumen bus trip is available from £33 and takes 9h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Istanbul to Shumen?

This connection is offered by 3 companies with ticket prices ranging from £33 to £46. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Shumen.

How many connections are available for the Istanbul Shumen route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Istanbul to Shumen is offered by roughly 6 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Shumen from Istanbul take?

The quickest coach from Istanbul to Shumen is provided by Metro Turizm and takes 9h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £41. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Istanbul to Shumen?

The earliest bus to Shumen departs from Istanbul at 19:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Istanbul to Shumen?

The latest bus to Shumen departs from Istanbul at 20:00. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Istanbul Shumen route?

Passengers looking to travel from Istanbul to Shumen can travel with Metro Turizm, Citylines and Huntur. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Shumen?

You can check all the direct connections between Istanbul and Shumen by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Metro Turizm, Citylines and Huntur.

What can I take with me on the bus to Shumen from Istanbul?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Istanbul Shumen bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Istanbul Shumen bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Istanbul to Shumen on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best coach deals from Istanbul to Shumen?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 6 daily trips between Istanbul and Shumen. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Istanbul to Shumen?

Prices and availability for 6 trips between Istanbul and Shumen change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Istanbul to Shumen

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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