What is the cheapest way to get from Plovdiv to Greece?

The cheapest way to get from Plovdiv to Greece is to bus which costs €55 - €75 and takes 14h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Greece?

The fastest way to get from Plovdiv to Greece is to bus and fly which takes 6h 15m and costs €70 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Plovdiv and Greece?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Plovdiv Hristo Botev and arriving at Athens Karolou. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 40m.

How far is it from Plovdiv to Greece?

The distance between Plovdiv and Greece is 702 km. The road distance is 781.7 km.

How do I travel from Plovdiv to Greece without a car?

The best way to get from Plovdiv to Greece without a car is to bus via Thessaloníki which takes 14h 20m and costs €40 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Plovdiv to Greece?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Plovdiv to Greece, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plovdiv to Greece bus from?

Plovdiv to Greece bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Plovdiv Hristo Botev station.

Where does the Plovdiv to Greece bus arrive?

Plovdiv to Greece bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Athens Karolou station.

Can I drive from Plovdiv to Greece?

Yes, the driving distance between Plovdiv to Greece is 782 km. It takes approximately 11h to drive from Plovdiv to Greece.

How do I get a bus ticket from Plovdiv to Greece?

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Where can I stay near Greece?

There are 12987+ hotels available in Greece.

Plovdiv to Greece - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Plovdiv to Greece by bus, plane, or car

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv North Bus and Coach Station to Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane SOF - ATH
6h 15m
€70–168
Bus via Thessaloníki
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv to Thessaloniki, Monastirioubus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou to Athens Karaiskaki Squarebus
14h 20m
€41–101
Drive 781.7 km
1. Drive from Plovdiv to Athenscar 781.7 km
11h
€141–204
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plovdiv Hristo Botev to Athens Karoloubus Citylines 79
14h 40m
€55–75

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

17Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

€55Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Plovdiv to Greece.

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Distance: 701.7 km
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Plovdiv, Bulgaria and Greece?

You can take a bus from Plovdiv to Athens Karaiskaki Square via Thessaloniki, Monastiriou and Thessaloniki Monastiriou in around 14h 20m.

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