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

The cheapest way to get from Ruse to Athens is to bus which costs €69 and takes 17h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruse to Athens is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 5m and costs €150 - €400.

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel and arriving at Athens Karolou. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 17h 20m.

How far is it from Ruse to Athens?

The distance between Ruse and Athens is 886 km. The road distance is 1061.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ruse to Athens without a car is to bus which takes 17h 20m and costs €69.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Ruse to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Athens bus from?

Ruse to Athens bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel station.

Where does the Ruse to Athens bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ruse to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruse to Athens is 1062 km. It takes approximately 12h 48m to drive from Ruse to Athens.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ruse to Athens?

Book your Ruse to Athens bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 6174+ hotels available in Athens.

Ruse to Athens - 4 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ruse to Athens by shuttle, plane, 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.

Shuttle to Bucharest Otopeni, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ruse to Bucharest Otopeni Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane OTP - ATH
6h 5m
€157–399
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel to Athens Karoloubus Citylines 82
17h 20m
€69
Drive 1,061.6 km
1. Drive from Ruse to Athenscar 1,061.6 km
12h 48m
€191–275
Shuttle to Varna Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ruse to Varna Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Varna Airport (VAR) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane VAR - ATH
8h
€164–458

Ruse to Athens by bus

14Weekly Buses

17h 20mAverage Duration

€69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 886.3 km
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Ruse, Bulgaria and Athens, Greece?

Citylines operates a bus from Ruse Tsar Osvoboditel to Athens Karolou 6 times a week. Tickets cost €35–80 and the journey takes 17h 20m. Two other operators also service this route.

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