What is the cheapest way to get from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH)?

The cheapest way to get from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH) is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 16h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH)?

The fastest way to get from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH) is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs €50 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Bulgaria and Athens Airport (ATH)?

No, there is no direct bus from Bulgaria station to Athens Airport (ATH). However, there are services departing from Sofia Serdica Bus Station and arriving at Κτιριο Αναχωρησεων via Περοκε and Αφετηρια. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 8m.

How far is it from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH)?

The distance between Bulgaria and Athens Airport (ATH) is 547 km. The road distance is 765.4 km.

How do I travel from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH) without a car?

The best way to get from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH) without a car is to bus via Αφετηρια which takes 13h 8m and costs €40 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH)?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH) bus from?

Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH) bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH)?

The best way to get from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH) is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs €50 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus via Αφετηρια, which costs €40 - €55 and takes 13h 8m.

Where does the Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH) bus arrive?

Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH) bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Athens Karolou station.

Can I drive from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH) is 765 km. It takes approximately 9h 7m to drive from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH).

Where can I stay near Athens Airport (ATH)?

There are 12327+ hotels available in Athens Airport (ATH).

Can I share a ride from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Bulgaria and Athens Airport (ATH). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH) - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 10 ways to get from Bulgaria to Athens Airport (ATH) by plane, bus, train, rideshare, car, or shuttle

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

Fly from Sofia Airport
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens International Airport (ATH)SOF - ATH
4h 7m
€51–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Piraeus Port AstiggosUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Σταθμοσ Ησαπ to Κτιριο ΑναχωρησεωνΧ96
16h 15m
€37–57
Bus via Αφετηρια
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Athens KarolouCitylines 79 / ...
13h 8m
€40–54
Bus, train via Tsentralna Gara
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki train stationN980 / ...
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to AthensIc
13h 55m
€44–70
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Sofia to Athens-ATH765.4 km
9h 7m
Drive 765.4 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Athens Airport (ATH)765.4 km
9h 7m
€137–197
Shuttle to Bucharest Otopeni, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ruse to Bucharest Otopeni Airport
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Athens International Airport (ATH)OTP - ATH
5h 5m
€143–390
Shuttle to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ruse to Bucharest
2. Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Athens International Airport (ATH)BBU - ATH
5h 58m
€151–411
Bus, bus to Istanbul, fly
1. Take the bus from Burgas West to Silivri
2. Take the bus from Silivri Otogar to Istanbul Airport Bus
3. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Athens International Airport (ATH)IST - ATH
10h 25m
€53–188
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Thessaloniki Train Station Bus StopUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 7 / ...
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to AthensIc
14h 7m
€50–70

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

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Distance: 546.6 km
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Bulgaria and Athens Airport (ATH), Greece?

Bulgaria Air, Aegean Airlines, and Sky Express fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens International Airport (ATH) twice daily. Alternatively, Citylines operates a bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Athens Karolou twice daily. Tickets cost €45–65 and the journey takes 11h 30m. Union Ivkoni also services this route once daily.

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