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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Gostivar is to train and bus via Gevgelija which costs $50 - $120 and takes 13h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Gostivar is to drive which takes 8h 28m and costs $140 - $210.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Gostivar?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Gostivar. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Gostivar via Kumanovo and Skopje, Transporten Centar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 19m.

How far is it from Athens to Gostivar?

The distance between Athens and Gostivar is 780 km. The road distance is 665.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Gostivar without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 12h 34m to get from Athens to Gostivar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Gostivar bus from?

Athens to Gostivar bus services, operated by Siamos Tours, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Gostivar bus arrive?

Athens to Gostivar bus services, operated by Siamos Tours, arrive at Kumanovo station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Gostivar?

Gostivar is 1h behind Athens. It is currently 6:56 PM in Athens and 5:56 PM in Gostivar.

Can I drive from Athens to Gostivar?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Gostivar is 666 km. It takes approximately 8h 28m to drive from Athens to Gostivar.

Where can I stay near Gostivar?

There are 129+ hotels available in Gostivar.

Athens to Gostivar - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 11 ways to get from Athens to Gostivar by train, bus, car, plane, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Skopje Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Gostivarbus
12h 34m
Train, bus via Gevgelija
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Gevgelijabus
3. Take the train from Gevgelija to Skopje, Transporten Centartrain
4. Take the train from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Gostivartrain
13h 39m
$53–111
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloníki to Skopje, Transporten Centarbus
3. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Gostivarbus
13h 58m
Drive 665.6 km
1. Drive from Athens to Gostivarcar 665.6 km
8h 28m
$140–202
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Kumanovobus
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Gostivarbus
15h 19m
Bus via Prrenjas
1. Take the bus from Athens to Prrenjasbus
2. Take the bus from Prrenjas to Gostivarbus
17h 45m
$91–114
Fly to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)plane ATH - SKG
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Skopje Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Gostivarbus
10h 46m
Fly to Ioannina National Airport, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Ioannina National Airport (IOA)plane ATH - IOA
2. Take the bus from Ioannina to Elbasanbus
3. Take the bus from Elbasan to Strugabus
4. Take the bus from Struga to Gostivarbus
11h 41m
Fly to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA)plane ATH - TIA
2. Take the bus from Elbasan to Strugabus
3. Take the bus from Struga to Gostivarbus
10h 56m
$60–182
Fly to Sofia Airport, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane ATH - SOF
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Skopje, Transporten Centar (Скопjе, Транспортен Центар)bus
3. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Gostivarbus
12h 48m
Fly to Skopje International Airport, shuttle, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)plane ATH - SKP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Skopje, International Airport to Skopje, Transporten Centarshuttle
3. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Gostivarbus
9h 34m

Athens to Gostivar by bus

14Weekly Buses

17h 45mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 780.1 km
Duration: 12h 34m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Gostivar, North Macedonia?

You can take a bus from Athens to Gostivar via Kumanovo and Skopje, Transporten Centar in around 15h 19m.

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