What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Bucharest?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Bucharest is to bus which costs $55 - $85 and takes 22h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Bucharest?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs $140 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Bucharest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens and arriving at București, Autogara Militari. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22h 30m.

How far is it from Athens to Bucharest?

The distance between Athens and Bucharest is 813 km. The road distance is 1135.9 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Bucharest without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Bucharest without a car is to train and bus which takes 15h 59m and costs $80 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Athens to Bucharest?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Athens to Bucharest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Bucharest bus from?

Athens to Bucharest bus services, operated by Tourist Service Holding AD, depart from Athens station.

Bus or fly from Athens to Bucharest?

The best way to get from Athens to Bucharest is to fly which takes 4h 38m and costs $140 - $290. Alternatively, you can bus via Ruse, which costs $93 - $98 and takes 19h 20m.

Where does the Athens to Bucharest bus arrive?

Athens to Bucharest bus services, operated by Tourist Service Holding AD, arrive at Ruse station.

Can I drive from Athens to Bucharest?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Bucharest is 1136 km. It takes approximately 13h 48m to drive from Athens to Bucharest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Athens to Bucharest?

Book your Athens to Bucharest bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bucharest?

There are 5310+ hotels available in Bucharest.

Athens to Bucharest - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Athens to Bucharest by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)ATH - OTP
4h 38m
$140–290
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens to București, Autogara MilitariUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3670
22h 30m
$55–85
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athens to ThessalonikiIc
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to BucharestSimeonidis
15h 59m
$80–120
Drive 1,135.9 km
1. Drive from Athens to Bucharest1,135.9 km
13h 48m
$239–345
Bus via Ruse
1. Take the bus from Athens to Ruse
2. Take the bus from Ruse Central Bus Station to Bucharest Horoscop HotelPegasus 94 / ...
19h 20m
$94–98

Athens to Bucharest by bus

6Weekly Buses

22h 30mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 813.1 km
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Bucharest, Romania?

Tarom, Ulendo Airlink, and two other airlines fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Athens to Bucharest Horoscop Hotel via Ruse Central Bus Station in around 19h 20m.

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