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

The cheapest way to get from Sandanski to Athens is to bus and train which costs €28 - €60 and takes 8h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sandanski to Athens is to bus and fly which takes 6h 27m and costs €60 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Sandanski and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sandanski Bus Station station and arriving at Athens. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Sandanski to Athens?

The distance between Sandanski and Athens is 643 km. The road distance is 599.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sandanski to Athens without a car is to bus which takes 9h 45m and costs €50 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 8h 31m to get from Sandanski to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sandanski to Athens bus from?

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

Where does the Sandanski to Athens bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sandanski to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Sandanski to Athens is 599 km. It takes approximately 7h 4m to drive from Sandanski to Athens.

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

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

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12318+ hotels available in Athens.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sandanski 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 Sandanski to Rodopolis
2. Take the train from Rodopolis to ThessalonikiRe
3. Take the train from Thessaloniki to AthensIc
8h 31m
€38–59
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Thessaloniki Train Station Bus StopUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 7 / ...
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to AthensIc
8h 53m
€29–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to AthensUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 7
9h 45m
€50–75
Drive 599.1 km
1. Drive from Sandanski to Athens599.1 km
7h 4m
€107–155
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop
2. Fly from Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Athens International Airport (ATH)SKG - ATH
6h 27m
€63–151

Sandanski to Athens by bus

10Weekly Buses

9h 45mAverage Duration

€50Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 643.2 km
Duration: 8h 31m

What companies run services between Sandanski, 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. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a week.

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