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 $90 - $160 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 10m and costs $180 - $490.

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 four 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 887 km. The road distance is 1072.9 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 $90 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m 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 29m 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 Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 19+ 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)plane ATH - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruseshuttle
6h 10m
$181–481
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens Karolou to Ruse Tsar Osvoboditelbus Citylines 83
16h 30m
$90–160
Drive 1,072.9 km
1. Drive from Athens to Rusecar 1,072.9 km
12h 29m
$225–325
Fly to Varna Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane ATH - VAR
2. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Ruseshuttle
8h 5m
$191–531

Athens to Ruse by bus

8Weekly Buses

16h 30mAverage Duration

$90Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 887.4 km
Duration: 6h 10m

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

Citylines operates a bus from Athens Karolou to Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel 4 times a week. Tickets cost $45–90 and the journey takes 16h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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