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

The cheapest way to get from Craiova to Athens is to train and bus via Thessaloníki which costs €50 - €85 and takes 21h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Craiova to Athens is to fly which takes 2h 48m and costs €70 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Craiova and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Craiova to Athens. However, there are services departing from Craiova Benzinaria Petrom and arriving at Athens via Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 15m.

How far is it from Craiova to Athens?

The distance between Craiova and Athens is 751 km. The road distance is 1035.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Craiova to Athens without a car is to train and bus which takes 20h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Craiova to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Craiova to Athens bus from?

Craiova to Athens bus services, operated by Comanto Trans, depart from Craiova Benzinaria Petrom station.

Bus or fly from Craiova to Athens?

The best way to get from Craiova to Athens is to fly which takes 2h 48m and costs €70 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €55 - €90 and takes 25h 15m.

Where does the Craiova to Athens bus arrive?

Craiova to Athens bus services, operated by Comanto Trans, arrive at Bucharest Otopeni Airport station.

Can I drive from Craiova to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Craiova to Athens is 1035 km. It takes approximately 13h 20m to drive from Craiova to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12327+ hotels available in Athens.

Craiova to Athens - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Craiova to Athens 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 from Craiova Airport
best
1. Fly from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Athens International Airport (ATH)CRA - ATH
2h 48m
€70–286
Train, bus via Thessaloníki
cheapest
1. Take the train from Craiova to Vidin
2. Take the train from Vidin to Sofia Sever
3. Take the bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki train station
4. Take the train from Thessaloniki to AthensIc
21h 30m
€53–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Craiova to Vidin
2. Take the bus from Vidin to Sofia
3. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Athens Karaiskaki Square
20h 53m
Drive 1,035.3 km
1. Drive from Craiova to Athens1,035.3 km
13h 20m
€185–266
Train to Bucharest Otopeni, fly
1. Take the train from Craiova to Bucharest
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Athens International Airport (ATH)OTP - ATH
9h 2m
€59–183
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Craiova to Vidin
2. Take the train from Vidin to Sofia Sever
3. Take the train from Sofia to Petrich
4. Drive from Petrich to Rodopolis
5. Take the train from Rodopolis to ThessalonikiRe
6. Take the train from Thessaloniki to AthensIc
23h 34m
€61–92
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Craiova to Videle
2. Take the train from Videle to Ruse
3. Take the bus from Ruse to Athens
23h 38m
€84–93
Bus
1. Take the bus from Craiova Benzinaria Petrom to Bucharest Otopeni Airport
2. Take the bus from Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal to AthensUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 7
25h 15m
€56–90

Craiova to Athens by bus

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25h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 751.3 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Craiova, Romania and Athens, Greece?

Ulendo Airlink flies from Craiova Airport (CRA) to Athens International Airport (ATH) twice a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Craiova Benzinaria Petrom to Athens via Bucharest Otopeni Airport and Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal in around 25h 15m.

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