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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Sliven is to bus which costs $70 - $100 and takes 17h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Sliven is to fly and train which takes 9h 15m and costs $160 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Sliven?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens Karolou and arriving at Sliven Central Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 30m.

How far is it from Athens to Sliven?

The distance between Athens and Sliven is 851 km. The road distance is 959.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Sliven without a car is to bus which takes 17h 30m and costs $70 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 9h 38m to get from Athens to Sliven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Sliven bus from?

Athens to Sliven bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Athens Karolou station.

Where does the Athens to Sliven bus arrive?

Athens to Sliven bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Sliven Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athens to Sliven?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Sliven is 959 km. It takes approximately 11h 30m to drive from Athens to Sliven.

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

Book your Athens to Sliven bus tickets online with Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Sliven?

There are 79+ hotels available in Sliven.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Athens to Sliven by plane, train, bus, car, or night train

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 Sliventrain
9h 38m
$84–206
Fly to Bucharest Otopeni, night train, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane ATH - OTP
2. Take the night train from Bucharest to Veliko Tŭrnovonighttrain
3. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Slivenbus
10h 55m
$64–199
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens Karolou to Sliven Central Bus Stationbus Citylines 80
17h 30m
$70–100
Drive 959.2 km
1. Drive from Athens to Slivencar 959.2 km
11h 30m
$202–291
Fly to Varna Airport, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane ATH - VAR
2. Take the train from Varna to Zimnitsatrain
9h 15m
$162–352
Bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo
1. Take the bus from Athens to Veliko Tarnovobus N983
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Slivenbus
19h 5m
$92–147

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

17Weekly Planes

1h 22mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 850.6 km
Duration: 9h 38m

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

Citylines operates a bus from Athens Karolou to Sliven Central Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $70–100 and the journey takes 17h 30m.

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How to get fromAthens to Slivenby plane, train, bus, car, or night train

There are 6 ways to get from Athens to Sliven by plane, train, bus, car, or night train

Fly to Sofia Airport, train

Fly to Bucharest Otopeni, night train, bus

Bus

Drive 959.2 km

Fly to Varna Airport, train

Bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo