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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Athens is to fly which costs €50 - €140 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Athens is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs €50 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Athens Lagoumitzi. Services depart five times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 20h 20m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Athens?

The distance between Bucharest and Athens is 811 km. The road distance is 1132 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Athens without a car is to bus and train which takes 15h 57m and costs €75 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Bucharest to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Athens bus from?

Bucharest to Athens bus services, operated by PEGASUS GROUP Ltd., depart from Bucharest Horoscop Hotel station.

Bus or fly from Bucharest to Athens?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Athens is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs €50 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus via Ruse, which costs €85 - €95 and takes 19h 30m.

Where does the Bucharest to Athens bus arrive?

Bucharest to Athens bus services, operated by PEGASUS GROUP Ltd., arrive at Ruse Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Athens is 1132 km. It takes approximately 14h 13m to drive from Bucharest to Athens.

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

Book your Bucharest to Athens bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 13491+ hotels available in Athens.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Bucharest to Athens by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Bucharest Otopeni
best
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane OTP - ATH
5h 1m
€50–133
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bucharest to Thessalonikibus Simeonidis
2. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Athenstrain Ic
15h 57m
€76–125
Drive 1,132 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Athenscar 1,132 km
14h 13m
€208–300
Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
1. Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane BBU - ATH
9h 41m
€50–210
Bus via Ruse
1. Take the bus from Bucharest Horoscop Hotel to Ruse Central Bus Stationbus Pegasus 113 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ruse to Athensbus
19h 30m
€86–92
Bus
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Athens Lagoumitzibus N983
20h 20m
€90–150

Bucharest to Athens by bus

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Distance: 811.1 km
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Athens, Greece?

Ulendo Airlink, Tarom, and Aegean Airlines fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Athens International Airport (ATH) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bucharest Horoscop Hotel to Athens via Ruse in around 19h 30m.

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