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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Samokov is to train and bus which costs $40 - $70 and takes 12h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Samokov is to fly and bus which takes 5h 54m and costs $85 - $220.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Samokov?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Samokov. However, there are services departing from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL and arriving at Samokov via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station, Serres and Dupnitsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.

How far is it from Athens to Samokov?

The distance between Athens and Samokov is 624 km. The road distance is 741.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Samokov without a car is to bus via Thessaloníki which takes 11h 23m and costs $30 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Athens to Samokov, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Samokov bus from?

Athens to Samokov bus services, operated by KTEL Thessalonikis S.A., depart from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL station.

Where does the Athens to Samokov bus arrive?

Athens to Samokov bus services, operated by KTEL Thessalonikis S.A., arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athens to Samokov?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Samokov is 742 km. It takes approximately 8h 27m to drive from Athens to Samokov.

Where can I stay near Samokov?

There are 47+ hotels available in Samokov.

Athens to Samokov - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Athens to Samokov by plane, bus, train, 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, 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 Samokov Lidl Parking Lotbus
5h 54m
$86–215
Bus via Thessaloníki
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Serresbus
3. Take the bus from Serres to Dupnitsabus
4. Take the bus from Dupnitsa to Samokovbus
11h 23m
$31–91
Train, bus via Sérres
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Serrestrain Re
3. Take the bus from Serres to Dupnitsabus
4. Take the bus from Dupnitsa to Samokovbus
13h 17m
$49–71
Drive 741.5 km
1. Drive from Athens to Samokovcar 741.5 km
8h 27m
$156–225
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki, KTEL to Blagoevgradbus
3. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Samokovbus
12h 44m
$45–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminalbus N983
2. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Samokovbus
14h 3m
$62–103

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: 623.5 km
Duration: 5h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Samokov via Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station, Serres, and Dupnitsa in around 11h 23m.

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