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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Erden is to bus which costs $55 - $80 and takes 16h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Erden is to fly and train which takes 9h 42m and costs $75 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Erden?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Erden. However, there are services departing from Athens Karolou and arriving at Erden via Sofia Central Bus Station and Montana. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 11m.

How far is it from Athens to Erden?

The distance between Athens and Erden is 916 km. The road distance is 864.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Erden without a car is to train and bus via Sofia which takes 15h 50m and costs $55 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 15h 50m to get from Athens to Erden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Erden bus from?

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

Where does the Athens to Erden bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athens to Erden?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Erden is 864 km. It takes approximately 10h 22m to drive from Athens to Erden.

Where can I stay near Erden?

There are 36+ hotels available in Erden.

Athens to Erden - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Athens to Erden by train, bus, car, 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.

Train, bus via Sofia
best
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki train station to Sofiabus 983
3. Take the train from Sofia to Boychinovtsitrain Ic
15h 50m
$58–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens Karolou to Sofia Serdica Bus Stationbus Citylines 80 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Montanabus
16h 11m
$56–78
Drive 864.3 km
1. Drive from Athens to Erdencar 864.3 km
10h 22m
$186–269
Fly to Sofia Airport, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Sofia Airport (SOF)plane ATH - SOF
2. Take the train from Sofia to Boychinovtsitrain
9h 42m
$78–186
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki, KTEL to Sofia Serdikabus
3. Take the train from Sofia to Boychinovtsitrain Ic
15h 59m
$83–102
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 / ...
5. Take the train from Sofia to Boychinovtsitrain Ic
19h 7m
$64–94
Bus via Montana
1. Take the bus from Athens to Sofia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sofia to Montanabus
19h 8m
Fly to Niš Constantine The Great Airport, bus, drive
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Niš Constantine The Great Airport (INI)plane ATH - INI
2. Take the bus from Niš, Autobuska Stanica to Pirot, Main Bus Stationbus
3. Drive from Pirot, Main Bus Station to Erdencar
9h 43m
$151–368

Athens to Erden by train and bus

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15h 50mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 916 km
Duration: 15h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Athens Karolou to Erden via Sofia Serdica Bus Station, Sofia Central Bus Station, and Montana in around 16h 11m.

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