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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Bulgaria is to train and bus which costs $45 - $80 and takes 11h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $70 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Bulgaria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens and arriving at Sofia. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 13h 35m.

How far is it from Athens to Bulgaria?

The distance between Athens and Bulgaria is 575 km. The road distance is 762.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Bulgaria without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 35m and costs $45 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Athens to Bulgaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Bulgaria bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Athens to Bulgaria?

The best way to get from Athens to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $70 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $79 and takes 13h 35m.

Where does the Athens to Bulgaria bus arrive?

Athens to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Tourist Service Holding AD, arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Athens to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Bulgaria is 762 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Athens to Bulgaria.

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

Book your Athens to Bulgaria bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 2159+ hotels available in Bulgaria.

Athens to Bulgaria - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Athens to Bulgaria by plane, train, bus, car, or shuttle

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

Fly to Sofia Airport
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane ATH - SOF
4h 30m
$70–190
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki train station to Sofiabus N980
11h 35m
$49–77
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Serresbus
2. Take the bus from Serres to Dupnitsabus
3. Take the train from Dupnitsa to Sofiatrain
12h 7m
$63–89
Drive 762.2 km
1. Drive from Athens to Sofiacar 762.2 km
8h 33m
$160–231
Fly to Varna Airport
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane ATH - VAR
6h 54m
$190–390
Fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane ATH - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruseshuttle
6h 12m
$180–500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Sofiabus
13h 35m
$79
Train, bus via Blagoevgrad
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Serrestrain Re
3. Take the bus from Serres to Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminalbus
4. Take the train from Blagoevgrad to Sofiatrain
14h 18m
$50–72

Athens to Bulgaria by train, bus, and tram

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11h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 575.3 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Bulgaria?

Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, and Bulgaria Air fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF) twice daily. Alternatively, Tourist Service Holding AD operates a bus from Athens to Sofia 3 times a week. Tickets cost $79 and the journey takes 13h 35m.

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