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 €60 - €80 and takes 16h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruse to Athens is to night train and train and fly which takes 9h 58m and costs €70 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Ruse and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ruse and arriving at Athens. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 16h 50m.

How far is it from Ruse to Athens?

The distance between Ruse and Athens is 1077 km. The road distance is 1058.3 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 16h 50m and costs €60 - €80.

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

The bus from Ruse to Athens takes 16h 50m including transfers and departs three times a week.

Where do I catch the Ruse to Athens bus from?

Ruse to Athens bus services, operated by Tourist Service Holding AD, depart from Ruse station.

Where does the Ruse to Athens bus arrive?

Ruse to Athens bus services, operated by Tourist Service Holding AD, arrive at Athens station.

Can I drive from Ruse to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruse to Athens is 1058 km. It takes approximately 12h 51m 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 and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 13400+ hotels available in Athens.

Ruse to Athens - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, shuttle, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Ruse to Athens by bus, car, shuttle, plane, night train, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ruse to Athensbus
16h 50m
€60–80
Bus via Thessaloníki
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ruse East to Thessaloniki train stationbus N980
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTELbus
17h 15m
€57–128
Drive 1,058.3 km
1. Drive from Ruse to Athenscar 1,058.3 km
12h 51m
€195–282
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
10h 15m
€159–458
Night train, train to Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos, fly
1. Take the nighttrain from Ruse to Svilengradnighttrain
2. Take the train from Ormenio to Alexandroupoli Porttrain
3. Fly from Alexandroupoli Airport Dimokritos (AXD) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane AXD - ATH
9h 58m
€75–177

Ruse to Athens by bus

5Weekly Buses

17h 15mAverage Duration

€57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,077.5 km
Duration: 16h 50m

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

Tourist Service Holding AD operates a bus from Ruse to Athens 3 times a week. Tickets cost €80 and the journey takes 16h 50m. Citylines also services this route 3 times a week.

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