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

The cheapest way to get from Sofia to Athens is to bus and train which costs €40 - €70 and takes 10h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sofia to Athens is to fly which takes 4h 47m and costs €65 - €170.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia Serdica Bus Station station and arriving at Athens Karolou. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 30m.

How far is it from Sofia to Athens?

The distance between Sofia and Athens is 577 km. The road distance is 749.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sofia to Athens without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 49m and costs €40 - €70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Sofia to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia to Athens bus from?

Sofia to Athens bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Sofia to Athens?

The best way to get from Sofia to Athens is to fly which takes 4h 47m and costs €65 - €170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €68 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Sofia to Athens bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sofia to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia to Athens is 749 km. It takes approximately 8h 57m to drive from Sofia to Athens.

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

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

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 6235+ hotels available in Athens.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sofia to Athens by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane SOF - ATH
4h 47m
€68–165
Bus via Thessaloníki
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdika to Thessaloniki, KTELbus
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTELbus
11h 34m
€29–82
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sofia to Thessaloniki train stationbus 983 / ...
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Athenstrain Ic
10h 49m
€42–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Athens Karoloubus Citylines 79 / ...
11h 30m
€68
Drive 749.3 km
1. Drive from Sofia to Athenscar 749.3 km
8h 57m
€134–193

Sofia to Athens by bus and train

14Weekly Services

10h 49mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 577.1 km
Duration: 4h 47m

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

Aegean Airlines, Bulgaria Air, and Sky Express fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens International Airport (ATH) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Citylines operates a bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Athens Karolou twice daily. Tickets cost €30–75 and the journey takes 11h 30m. Tourist Service Holding AD also services this route 3 times a week.

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