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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Bursa is to train and bus which costs 2.400 ₺ - 4.500 ₺ and takes 18h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Bursa is to fly and bus which takes 7h 54m and costs 6.000 ₺ - 13.000 ₺.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Bursa?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Bursa. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Bursa via İskenderpaşa and Istanbul Otogari. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 39m.

How far is it from Athens to Bursa?

The distance between Athens and Bursa is 764 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Bursa without a car is to train and bus which takes 18h 36m and costs 2.400 ₺ - 4.500 ₺.

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

It takes approximately 7h 54m to get from Athens to Bursa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Bursa bus from?

Athens to Bursa bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Bursa bus arrive?

Athens to Bursa bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, arrive at Istanbul station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Bursa?

Bursa is 1h ahead of Athens. It is currently 10:12 PM in Athens and 11:12 PM in Bursa.

Where can I stay near Bursa?

There are 155+ hotels available in Bursa.

Athens to Bursa - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, ferry, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Athens to Bursa by plane, bus, train, ferry, car, or car ferry

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 Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW)plane ATH - SAW
2. Take the bus from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to Bursa bus stationbus
7h 54m
₺6,251–12,671
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou Bus Stop to Istanbul Esenler Otogaribus
3. Take the train from Yenikapi to Gebzetrain
4. Take the bus from Gebze to Bursabus
18h 36m
₺2,435–4,442
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Port of Piraeus to Mytileneferry Hsw
2. Take the ferry from Mytilene to Port of Ayvalikferry
3. Take the bus from Ayvalık to Bursabus
19h
₺4,209–5,761
Fly to Istanbul, train, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul (IST)plane ATH - IST
2. Take the train from Yenikapi to Gebzetrain
3. Take the bus from Gebze to Bursabus
8h 54m
₺3,036–9,561
Fly to İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB)plane ATH - ADB
2. Take the bus from Izmir Otogar to Bursabus
9h 34m
₺4,601–12,301
Fly to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos (AXD)plane ATH - AXD
2. Take the bus from Alexandroupoli Evros Bus Station to Istanbul Esenler Otogaribus
3. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Bursabus
10h 48m
₺5,481–10,101
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Istanbulbus
2. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Bursabus
18h 39m
₺4,519–6,457
Ferry, bus via Bursa
1. Take the ferry from Port of Piraeus to Mytileneferry Hsw
2. Take the ferry from Mytilene to Port of Ayvalikferry
3. Take the bus from Ayvalik to Bursabus
20h 40m
₺4,205–6,357
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Athens to Lavriocar
2. Take the car ferry from Lavrio to Kavalacarferry
3. Drive from Kavala to Bursacar
21h 25m
₺8,433–11,267

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) flights

10Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

₺1,673Cheapest Price

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Distance: 763.6 km
Duration: 7h 54m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Bursa, Turkey?

You can take a bus from Athens to Bursa via Istanbul, İskenderpaşa, Bayrampaşa Devlet Hastanesi, and Istanbul Otogari in around 18h 39m.

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