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 $81 and takes 16h 30m.

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 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Ruse?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens Karolou and arriving at Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 16h 30m.

How far is it from Athens to Ruse?

The distance between Athens and Ruse is 888 km. The road distance is 1072.8 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 16h 30m and costs $81.

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 Citylines, depart from Athens Karolou station.

Where does the Athens to Ruse bus arrive?

Athens to Ruse bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel station.

Can I drive from Athens to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Ruse is 1073 km. It takes approximately 12h 28m 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 211+ 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, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane ATH - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruseshuttle
6h 17m
$181–501
Bus via Thessaloníki
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Thessaloniki Monastirioubus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki train station to Ruse Eastbus N980
17h 10m
$50–125
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens Karolou to Ruse Tsar Osvoboditelbus Citylines 83
16h 30m
$81
Drive 1,072.8 km
1. Drive from Athens to Rusecar 1,072.8 km
12h 28m
$225–325

Athens to Ruse by bus

6Weekly Buses

16h 30mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 888.3 km
Duration: 6h 17m

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

Citylines operates a bus from Athens Karolou to Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel 3 times a week. Tickets cost $75–100 and the journey takes 16h 30m. Tourist Service Holding AD also services this route 3 times a week.

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