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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Sofia is to train and bus which costs $45 - $75 and takes 11h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Sofia is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $70 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens and arriving at Sofia. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 13h 35m.

How far is it from Athens to Sofia?

The distance between Athens and Sofia is 575 km. The road distance is 762.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Sofia without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 27m and costs $45 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Athens to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Sofia bus from?

Athens to Sofia bus services, operated by Tourist Service Holding AD, depart from Athens station.

Bus or fly from Athens to Sofia?

The best way to get from Athens to Sofia is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $70 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $79 and takes 13h 35m.

Where does the Athens to Sofia bus arrive?

Athens to Sofia bus services, operated by Tourist Service Holding AD, arrive at Sofia station.

Can I drive from Athens to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Sofia is 762 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Athens to Sofia.

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

Book your Athens to Sofia bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 2147+ hotels available in Sofia.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Athens to Sofia by plane, train, 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
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane ATH - SOF
4h 30m
$70–190
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki train station to Sofiabus N980
11h 27m
$46–75
Train, bus via Blagoevgrad
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 Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminalbus
4. Take the train from Blagoevgrad to Sofiatrain
14h 9m
$47–70
Drive 762.2 km
1. Drive from Athens to Sofiacar 762.2 km
8h 33m
$160–231
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Serresbus
2. Take the bus from Serres to Dupnitsabus
3. Take the train from Dupnitsa to Sofiatrain
11h 59m
$62–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Sofiabus
13h 35m
$79

Athens to Sofia by train and bus

5Weekly Services

11h 27mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 575.3 km
Duration: 4h 30m

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

Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, and Bulgaria Air fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF) twice daily. Alternatively, Tourist Service Holding AD operates a bus from Athens to Sofia 3 times a week. Tickets cost $79 and the journey takes 13h 35m.

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