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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Bulgaria is to train and bus which costs $55 - $95 and takes 10h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 4h 45m and costs $70 - $170.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Bulgaria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens Karolou and arriving at Sofia Serdica Bus Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 45m.

How far is it from Athens to Bulgaria?

The distance between Athens and Bulgaria is 579 km. The road distance is 753.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Bulgaria without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 59m and costs $55 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Athens to Bulgaria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Bulgaria bus from?

Athens to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Citylines, depart from Athens Karolou station.

Bus or fly from Athens to Bulgaria?

The best way to get from Athens to Bulgaria is to fly which takes 4h 45m and costs $70 - $170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $92 and takes 11h 45m.

Where does the Athens to Bulgaria bus arrive?

Athens to Bulgaria bus services, operated by Citylines, arrive at Sofia Serdica Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athens to Bulgaria?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Bulgaria is 753 km. It takes approximately 8h 48m to drive from Athens to Bulgaria.

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

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

Where can I stay near Bulgaria?

There are 2264+ hotels available in Bulgaria.

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

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Fly to Sofia Airport
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane ATH - SOF
4h 45m
$71–161
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki train station to Sofiabus 983 / ...
10h 59m
$58–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens Karolou to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Citylines 80 / ...
11h 45m
$92
Drive 753.4 km
1. Drive from Athens to Sofiacar 753.4 km
8h 48m
$158–229
Fly to Varna Airport
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Varna Airport (VAR)plane ATH - VAR
5h 12m
$170–400
Fly to Bucharest Otopeni, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)plane ATH - OTP
2. Take the bus from Buchurest to Rusebus
7h 15m
$64–166
Train, bus via Blagoevgrad
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Serrestrain Re
3. Take the bus from Serres to Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminalbus
4. Take the train from Blagoevgrad to Sofiatrain Ic / ...
14h 8m
$63–93

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

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1h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 578.7 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Bulgaria?

Aegean Airlines, Sky Express, and Bulgaria Air fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF) twice daily. Alternatively, Citylines operates a bus from Athens Karolou to Sofia Serdica Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost $50–70 and the journey takes 11h 45m. Tourist Service Holding AD also services this route 3 times a week.

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