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

The cheapest way to get from Petrich to Athens is to bus which costs €28 - €45 and takes 11h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Petrich to Athens is to drive and train and fly which takes 6h 5m and costs €70 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Petrich and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Petrich station to Athens. However, there are services departing from Petrich Bus Station and arriving at Athens via Sandanski Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

How far is it from Petrich to Athens?

The distance between Petrich and Athens is 635 km. The road distance is 594.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Petrich to Athens without a car is to bus which takes 11h 15m and costs €28 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Petrich to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Petrich to Athens bus from?

Petrich to Athens bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Sandanski Bus Station.

Where does the Petrich to Athens bus arrive?

Petrich to Athens bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Athens station.

Can I drive from Petrich to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Petrich to Athens is 594 km. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Petrich to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12243+ hotels available in Athens.

Petrich to Athens - 7 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Petrich to Athens by car, train, bus, 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.

Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Petrich to Rodopoliscar
2. Take the train from Rodopolis to Thessalonikitrain Re
3. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Athenstrain Ic
8h 30m
€37–57
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Athensbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 7
11h 15m
€29–42
Drive 594.3 km
1. Drive from Petrich to Athenscar 594.3 km
6h 59m
€108–155
Drive, train to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, fly
1. Drive from Petrich to Rodopoliscar
2. Take the train from Rodopolis to Thessalonikitrain
3. Fly from Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane SKG - ATH
6h 5m
€71–163
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stopbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 7 / ...
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Athenstrain Ic
10h 23m
€30–55
Bus via Thessaloníki
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stopbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou to Athens Karaiskaki Squarebus
11h 15m
€50–62
Train to Sofia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Petrich to Zaharna Fabrikatrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane SOF - ATH
9h 8m
€66–169

Petrich to Athens by bus

7Weekly Buses

11h 15mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 635.3 km
Duration: 8h 30m

What companies run services between Petrich, Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria and Athens, Greece?

Union Ivkoni operates a bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Athens once daily. Tickets cost €27–40 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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