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

The cheapest way to get from Sliven to Athens is to bus which costs €60 - €85 and takes 18h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sliven to Athens is to train and fly which takes 8h 41m and costs €140 - €340.

Is there a direct bus between Sliven and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sliven Central Bus Station station and arriving at Athens Karolou. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 30m.

How far is it from Sliven to Athens?

The distance between Sliven and Athens is 852 km. The road distance is 957.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Sliven to Athens without a car is to bus which takes 18h 30m and costs €60 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 9h 19m to get from Sliven to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sliven to Athens bus from?

Sliven to Athens bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Sliven Central Bus Station.

Where does the Sliven to Athens bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sliven to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Sliven to Athens is 958 km. It takes approximately 11h 32m to drive from Sliven to Athens.

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

Book your Sliven to Athens bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12930+ hotels available in Athens.

Sliven to Athens - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 7 ways to get from Sliven to Athens by train, plane, bus, car, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Sofia Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Sliven to Iskarsko Shosetrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane SOF - ATH
9h 19m
€73–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sliven Central Bus Station to Athens Karoloubus Citylines 79
18h 30m
€60–85
Drive 957.6 km
1. Drive from Sliven to Athenscar 957.6 km
11h 32m
€173–250
Train to Varna Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Zimnitsa to Varnatrain
2. Fly from Varna Airport (VAR) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane VAR - ATH
8h 41m
€144–331
Bus, shuttle to Bucharest Otopeni, fly
1. Take the bus from Sliven to Kotelbus
2. Take the bus from Kotel to Razgradbus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Razgrad to Bucharest Otopeni Airportshuttle
4. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane OTP - ATH
9h 52m
Bus to Istanbul, fly
1. Take the bus from Sliven Central Bus Station to Istanbul Büyük Otogaribus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane IST - ATH
12h 19m
€75–183
Bus via Veliko Tŭrnovo
1. Take the bus from Sliven to Veliko Tarnovobus
2. Take the bus from Veliko Tarnovo to Athens Lagoumitzibus N983
18h 37m
€75–129

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens International Airport (ATH) flights

18Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

€53Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 851.5 km
Duration: 9h 19m

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

Citylines operates a bus from Sliven Central Bus Station to Athens Karolou twice daily. Tickets cost €60–85 and the journey takes 18h 30m.

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