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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Ruse is to bus which costs $50 - $80 and takes 20h.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Ruse is to fly and shuttle which takes 6h 17m and costs $180 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Ruse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens and arriving at Ruse Central Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20h.

How far is it from Athens to Ruse?

The distance between Athens and Ruse is 888 km. The road distance is 1063.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Ruse without a car is to bus which takes 20h and costs $50 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Athens to Ruse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Ruse bus from?

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

Where does the Athens to Ruse bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athens to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Ruse is 1064 km. It takes approximately 12h 37m to drive from Athens to Ruse.

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

Book your Athens to Ruse bus tickets online with Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 209+ hotels available in Ruse.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Athens to Ruse by plane, shuttle, 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 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 Ruse
6h 17m
$185–470
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens to Ruse Central Bus StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3670
20h
$50–80
Drive 1,063.6 km
1. Drive from Athens to Ruse1,063.6 km
12h 37m
$223–323
Fly to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU)ATH - BBU
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest to Ruse
7h 21m
$170–535

Athens to Ruse by bus

12Weekly Buses

20hAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 888.3 km
Duration: 6h 17m

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

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Athens to Ruse Central Bus Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost $50–80 and the journey takes 20h. Two other operators also service this route.

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