Athens to Sofia Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Athens and Sofia?

The distance between these two places is a total of 492 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Athens and Sofia?

The average travel time between the stations is 12:44 hours.

Q: How much is a bus ticket from Athens to Sofia?

The price of a bus ticket from Athens to Sofia ranges from £34 to £55.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Athens to Sofia?

The average number of daily departures is 17. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: How many direct buses are there from Athens to Sofia?

There are 9 from Athens to Sofia. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Athens to Sofia?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from Athens to Sofia by bus?

To travel from Athens to Sofia by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Athens and Sofia?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Athens?

The first bus departs at 07:30, and the last bus departs at 19:00.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Athens to Sofia?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

Athens to Sofia Sofia to Athens

Athens to Sofia Route Overview

Athens to Sofia bus is a popular way of travelling between Greece and Bulgaria.There are up to 17 daily bus departures available, including 11 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Athens at 07:30h, arriving at Sofia at 18:30h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 19:00h, arriving at 06:30h the following day.

Departure station and country Athens, Greece

Arrival station and country Sofia, Bulgaria

Travel Distance 492 mi

Average Trip Duration 12h 44min

Total Departures 17

Popular Operators Arda - Tur, Union Ivkoni - Unibus

Lowest Price £34

Transportation Options Coach, Plane

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Athens to Sofia:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

08:30 Athens

13h 30min

22:00 Sofia Central Bus Station

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 42.6 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 07. Aug

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09:30 Athens

14h 29min

23:59 Sofia Central Bus Station

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 42.6 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 06. Aug

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09:30 Athens

13h 30min

23:00 Sofia Central Bus Station

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 39.4 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 05. Aug

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17:30 Athens Akominatou

11h 30min

05:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Station

Arda - Tur

from 64.6 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 17. Jul

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18:30 Athens

12h 40min

07:10 Sofia Serdica Bus Stop

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 39.5 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 04. Aug

pick a date

Traveling by coach from Athens to Sofia

The shortest travel distance between Athens and Sofia is 492 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 07:30 has a travel time of 11:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 14:29h. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Sofia earlier, there are 11 overnight coaches from Athens to Sofia. The overnight coaches depart between 17:30 and 19:00 and arrive between 05:00 and 07:00 the following day. Below are the most popular night departures to Sofia:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

17:30 Athens Akominatou

11h 30min

05:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Station

Arda - Tur

from 64.6 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 17. Jul

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18:30 Athens

12h 40min

07:10 Sofia Serdica Bus Stop

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 39.5 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 04. Aug

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18:30 Athens

12h 30min

07:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Stop

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 39.5 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 03. Aug

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18:30 Athens

11h 45min

06:15 Sofia Central Bus Station

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 39.4 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 05. Aug

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19:00 Athens Karolou

11h 45min

06:45 Sofia Serdica Bus Station

CityLines

from 48 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 17. Jul

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Bus companies operating the Athens to Sofia route

There are 4 bus companies operating this route. These companies have been reviewed 3 times by travellers. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies along with their overall ratings.

6.2 Arda - Tur

6.7 Union Ivkoni - Unibus

Tourist Service

7 CityLines

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Athens or Sofia coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

Athens

You can see information about the departure station and stops Athens here

Sofia

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Sofia here

Cheapest tickets

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £34 (One-Way) or £68 (Return).

Travel reviews for Athens to Sofia bus

Read all reviews here

3 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Athens to Sofia. The average rating is 6.9. You can read the reviews below. These reviews were originally written under our former names, GetByBus and GetByFerry. But don’t worry, it’s all us! Same company, same trusted partners, just with a new vibe as Traveling.com.

8.75 by ANONYMOUS

CityLines

7.5 by DARRYL

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

by ANONYMOUS

...Useless air conditioning (too cold some times)

Driver

Tidiness

Value for money

Comfortable ride

Read all reviews here

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