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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Lovech is to bus which costs $65 - $85 and takes 15h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Lovech is to fly and bus which takes 8h 12m and costs $80 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Lovech?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Lovech. However, there are services departing from Athens Karolou and arriving at Lovech via Pleven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 51m.

How far is it from Athens to Lovech?

The distance between Athens and Lovech is 733 km. The road distance is 911.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Lovech without a car is to bus which takes 15h 51m and costs $65 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 8h 12m to get from Athens to Lovech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Lovech bus from?

Athens to Lovech bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Athens Karolou station.

Where does the Athens to Lovech bus arrive?

Athens to Lovech bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Pleven Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athens to Lovech?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Lovech is 911 km. It takes approximately 10h 24m to drive from Athens to Lovech.

Where can I stay near Lovech?

There are 38+ hotels available in Lovech.

Athens to Lovech - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Athens to Lovech by plane, 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, bus
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane ATH - SOF
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Lovechbus
8h 12m
$81–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens Karolou to Pleven Bus Stationbus Citylines 83
15h 51m
$65–85
Drive 911.1 km
1. Drive from Athens to Lovechcar 911.1 km
10h 24m
$192–276
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 Plevenshuttle
9h 53m
$251–501
Bus via Athens
1. Take the bus from Athens to Plevenbus
16h 36m
$81
Bus via Plovdiv
1. Take the bus from Athens Chiou to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stopbus Citylines 42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Lovechbus
19h

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF) flights

15Weekly Planes

1h 25mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 732.6 km
Duration: 8h 12m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Lovech, Bulgaria?

Citylines operates a bus from Athens Karolou to Pleven Bus Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $65–85 and the journey takes 14h 15m.

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How to get fromAthens to Lovechby plane, bus, car or shuttle

There are 6 ways to get from Athens to Lovech by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

Fly to Sofia Airport, bus

Bus

Drive 911.1 km

Fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle

Bus via Athens

Bus via Plovdiv