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

The cheapest way to get from Sandanski to Athens is to bus which costs €27 - €40 and takes 9h 45m.

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 - €170.

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 602.2 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 €27 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 8h 32m 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 602 km. It takes approximately 7h 1m 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 Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12252+ hotels available in Athens.

Sandanski to Athens - 6 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

There are 6 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 Rodopoliscar
2. Take the train from Rodopolis to Thessalonikitrain Re
3. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Athenstrain Ic
8h 32m
€38–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Athensbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 7
9h 45m
€27–40
Drive 602.2 km
1. Drive from Sandanski to Athenscar 602.2 km
7h 1m
€109–157
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane SKG - ATH
6h 27m
€63–168
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stopbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 7 / ...
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Athenstrain Ic
8h 53m
€29–52
Bus via Thessaloníki
1. Take the bus from Sandanski Bus Station to Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stopbus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 7 / ...
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou to Athens Karaiskaki Squarebus
9h 45m
€49–59

Sandanski to Athens by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 45mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 643.2 km
Duration: 8h 32m

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.

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