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 shuttle and fly which takes 6h 1m and costs €150 - €430.

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 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 16h 50m and costs €60 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m 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 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 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 Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12346+ 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, 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 1m
€157–429
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 Karaiskaki Squarebus
17h 30m
€47–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ruse to Athensbus
16h 50m
€60–80
Drive 1,061.6 km
1. Drive from Ruse to Athenscar 1,061.6 km
12h 48m
€195–281

Ruse to Athens by bus

6Weekly Buses

16h 50mAverage Duration

€60Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 886.3 km
Duration: 6h 1m

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 €68 and the journey takes 16h 50m. Citylines also services this route 3 times a week.

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