What is the cheapest way to get from Bulgaria to Patras?

The cheapest way to get from Bulgaria to Patras is to bus which costs €29 - €45 and takes 12h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bulgaria to Patras?

The fastest way to get from Bulgaria to Patras is to drive which takes 8h 3m and costs €130 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Bulgaria and Patras?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia and arriving at Pátra. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 4m.

How far is it from Bulgaria to Patras?

The distance between Bulgaria and Patras is 746 km. The road distance is 740.4 km.

How do I travel from Bulgaria to Patras without a car?

The best way to get from Bulgaria to Patras without a car is to bus which takes 12h 4m and costs €29 - €45.

How long does it take to get from Bulgaria to Patras?

The bus from Sofia to Pátra takes 12h 4m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Bulgaria to Patras bus from?

Bulgaria to Patras bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Sofia station.

Where does the Bulgaria to Patras bus arrive?

Bulgaria to Patras bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Pátra station.

Can I drive from Bulgaria to Patras?

Yes, the driving distance between Bulgaria to Patras is 740 km. It takes approximately 8h 3m to drive from Bulgaria to Patras.

Where can I stay near Patras?

There are 637+ hotels available in Patras.

Bulgaria to Patras - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Bulgaria to Patras by bus, car, plane, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Pátrabus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3696
12h 4m
€29–45
Drive 740.4 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Patrascar 740.4 km
8h 3m
€133–192
Fly, train, bus
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane SOF - ATH
2. Take the train from Athens to Kiatotrain
3. Take the bus from Kiato to Patrabus
10h 12m
€70–177
Bus via Aígio
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Stop to Aigio Bus Stationbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3696
15h 43m
€39–62

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

14Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

€45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 745.6 km
Duration: 12h 4m

What companies run services between Bulgaria and Patras, Greece?

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Sofia to Pátra once a week. Tickets cost €29–45 and the journey takes 12h 4m.

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