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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Pleven is to bus which costs $45 - $80 and takes 17h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Pleven is to fly and shuttle which takes 8h 17m and costs $260 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Pleven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens and arriving at Pleven Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 30m.

How far is it from Athens to Pleven?

The distance between Athens and Pleven is 1034 km. The road distance is 916 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Pleven without a car is to bus which takes 17h 30m and costs $45 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 8h 17m to get from Athens to Pleven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Pleven bus from?

Athens to Pleven bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Pleven bus arrive?

Athens to Pleven bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Pleven Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athens to Pleven?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Pleven is 916 km. It takes approximately 10h 39m to drive from Athens to Pleven.

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

Book your Athens to Pleven bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Pleven?

There are 66+ hotels available in Pleven.

Athens to Pleven - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Athens to Pleven by plane, shuttle, bus, car, or train

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 Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)ATH - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Pleven
8h 17m
$266–491
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens to Pleven Bus StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3670
17h 30m
$45–80
Drive 916 km
1. Drive from Athens to Pleven916 km
10h 39m
$193–278
Fly to Sofia Airport, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)ATH - SOF
2. Take the train from Sofia Sever to Pleven
8h 47m
$79–193

Athens to Pleven by bus

12Weekly Buses

17h 30mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Athens to Pleven.

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Distance: 1,034.3 km
Duration: 8h 17m

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

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Athens to Pleven Bus Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost $45–70 and the journey takes 17h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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