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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Plovdiv is to bus which costs $29 - $80 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Plovdiv is to fly and bus which takes 6h 54m and costs $85 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens Chiou and arriving at Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Athens to Plovdiv?

The distance between Athens and Plovdiv is 707 km. The road distance is 792.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Plovdiv without a car is to bus which takes 14h and costs $29 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Athens to Plovdiv, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Plovdiv bus from?

Athens to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Athens Chiou station.

Where does the Athens to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Athens to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop.

Can I drive from Athens to Plovdiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Plovdiv is 792 km. It takes approximately 10h 49m to drive from Athens to Plovdiv.

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

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

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 787+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

Athens to Plovdiv - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Athens to Plovdiv by plane, bus, or car

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 Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv Hotel Trimontiumbus
6h 54m
$89–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens Chiou to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stopbus Citylines 42 / ...
14h
$29–80
Drive 792.3 km
1. Drive from Athens to Plovdivcar 792.3 km
10h 49m
$167–240
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 Monastiriou Bus Stop to Plovdiv Bus Station Southbus
11h 36m
$104–214
Bus via Thessaloníki
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Thessaloniki Monastirioubus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki, KTEL to Plovdivbus
14h 4m
$45–119

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

18Weekly Planes

1h 22mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 707.3 km
Duration: 6h 54m

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

Citylines operates a bus from Athens Chiou to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stop 4 times a week. Tickets cost $29–80 and the journey takes 14h.

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