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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Velingrad is to bus via Blagoevgrad which costs $40 - $60 and takes 15h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Velingrad is to drive which takes 9h 13m and costs $150 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Velingrad?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Velingrad. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Velingrad via Blagoevgrad. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 31m.

How far is it from Athens to Velingrad?

The distance between Athens and Velingrad is 823 km. The road distance is 751.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Velingrad without a car is to train and bus which takes 14h 13m and costs $40 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 14h 13m to get from Athens to Velingrad, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Velingrad bus from?

Athens to Velingrad bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Velingrad bus arrive?

Athens to Velingrad bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Blagoevgrad Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athens to Velingrad?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Velingrad is 751 km. It takes approximately 9h 13m to drive from Athens to Velingrad.

Where can I stay near Velingrad?

There are 250+ hotels available in Velingrad.

Athens to Velingrad - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Athens to Velingrad by train, bus, ferry, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Athens to ThessalonikiIc
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Blagoevgrad Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Velingrad
14h 13m
$43–66
Train, bus via Sérres
1. Take the train from Athens to ThessalonikiIc
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to SerresRe
3. Take the bus from Serres to Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal
4. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Bansko
5. Take the train from Bansko to Velingrad
16h 29m
$46–69
Ferry, bus, train
1. Take the ferry from Port of Piraeus to KavalaBsf
2. Take the bus from Kavala Central Bus Station to Bansko
3. Take the train from Bansko to Velingrad
33h 44m
Drive 751.3 km
1. Drive from Athens to Velingrad751.3 km
9h 13m
$158–228
Bus via Blagoevgrad
1. Take the bus from Athens to Blagoevgrad Bus StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 3670 / ...
2. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Velingrad
15h 31m
$43–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens Chiou to Plovdiv Central Train Station Bus StopCitylines 42 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Velingrad
16h 52m
Fly to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)ATH - SKG
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Serres
3. Take the bus from Serres to Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal
4. Take the bus from Blagoevgrad to Velingrad
11h 20m
$84–182
Fly to Sofia Airport, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)ATH - SOF
2. Take the train from Iskarsko Shose to Septemvri
10h 2m
$79–192
Fly to Kavala International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Kavala International Airport (KVA)ATH - KVA
2. Take the bus from Kavala Central Bus Station to Bansko
3. Take the train from Bansko to Velingrad
13h 9m

Athens to Velingrad by train and bus

7Weekly Services

14h 13mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Athens to Velingrad.

Launch map view

Distance: 823.4 km
Duration: 14h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Athens to Velingrad via Blagoevgrad in around 15h 31m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around Bulgaria

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.