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 $60 - $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 train which takes 7h 9m and costs $70 - $180.

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 711 km. The road distance is 783.3 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 $60 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 7h 9m 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 783 km. It takes approximately 11h 3m 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 843+ hotels available in Plovdiv.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Athens to Plovdiv by plane, train, 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, train
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane ATH - SOF
2. Take the train from Iskarsko Shose to Plovdivtrain
7h 9m
$73–176
Bus via Thessaloníki
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Thessaloniki Monastirioubus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki, KTEL to Plovdivbus
14h 4m
$45–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens Chiou to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus Stopbus Citylines 42 / ...
14h
$60–80
Drive 783.3 km
1. Drive from Athens to Plovdivcar 783.3 km
11h 3m
$165–238
Fly to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos (AXD)plane ATH - AXD
2. Take the train from Alexandroupoli Port to Ormeniotrain
3. Take the train from Svilengrad to Plovdivtrain
9h 25m
$82–202

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

18Weekly Planes

1h 22mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 710.9 km
Duration: 7h 9m

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 $60–80 and the journey takes 14h.

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