Sofia to Athens Bus

Q: What is the distance between Sofia and Athens?

The distance between these two places is a total of 792 km.

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

The average travel time between the stations is 12:15 hours.

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

The prices of a bus ticket from Sofia to Athens ranges from €39 to €64.

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

The average number of daily departures is 12. 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 Sofia to Athens?

There are 7 from Sofia to Athens. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

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

All the buses 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 do I get from Sofia to Athens by bus?

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

Q: How can I find out which buses run between Sofia to Athens?

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

Q: When do the earliest and latest bus leave Sofia?

The earliest is at 07:30 and the latest is at 20:30.

Q: Do I have to print my ticket for Sofia to Athens?

No, you don't have to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus dirver, but keep track of your phone battery.

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Sofia to Athens Route Summary

Sofia to Athens bus is a popular way of travelling between Bulgaria and Greece.There are up to 12 daily bus departures available, including 12 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Sofia bus station at 07:30h, arriving at Athens bus station at 20:00h the same day. While latest bus departs at 20:30h, arriving at 08:30h the following day.

Departure station and country Sofia, Bulgaria

Arrival station and country Athens, Greece

Travel Distance 792 km

Average Trip Duration 12h 15min

Total Departures 12

Popular Operators Arda - Tur, Union Ivkoni - Unibus

Lowest Price €39

Transportation Options Bus, Plane

Popular Departures

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

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

07:30 Sofia Central Bus Station

13h 0min

20:30 Athens

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 42.5 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 11. Aug

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07:30 Sofia Central Bus Station

12h 30min

20:00 Athens

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 39.4 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 04. Aug

pick a date

17:00 Sofia Bus Station

12h 30min

05:30 Athens Akominatou

Arda - Tur

from 64.7 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 11. Jul

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20:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Stop

11h 30min

07:30 Athens

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 39.4 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 04. Aug

pick a date

20:30 Sofia Central Bus Station

12h 0min

08:30 Athens

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 42.5 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 11. Aug

pick a date

Getting from Sofia and Athens by bus

The shortest travel distance between Sofia and Athens is 792 km. The fastest bus which departs at 18:00 has a travel time of 11:30h. The longest travel time on the route is 13:00h. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Athens earlier, there are 12 night buses from Sofia to Athens. The overnight buses depart between 17:00 and 20:00 and arrive between 05:30 and 07:30 the following day. Since the travel time between the two stations is 08:38, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can see some of them below.

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

17:00 Sofia Bus Station

12h 30min

05:30 Athens Akominatou

Arda - Tur

from 64.7 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 11. Jul

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20:00 Sofia Serdica Bus Stop

11h 30min

07:30 Athens

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 39.4 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 04. Aug

pick a date

20:30 Sofia Central Bus Station

12h 0min

08:30 Athens

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

from 42.5 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 11. Aug

pick a date

18:00 Sofia Serdika Bus Station

11h 30min

05:30 Athens Karolou

Tourist Service

from 49.5 HRK

Best offer on 11. Jul

pick a date

Bus companies operating the Sofia to Athens route

There is a total of 4 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have been rated 2 times by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating the route and their overall rating.

6.2 Arda - Tur

6.7 Union Ivkoni - Unibus

Tourist Service

7 CityLines

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Sofia or Athens bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.

Sofia

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

Athens

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

Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €39 (One-Way) or €78 (Return).

Travel reviews for Sofia to Athens bus

Read all reviews here

2 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Sofia to Athens. The average rating is 9.4. You can read the users' review of the bus company 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.

9.38 by ANONYMOUS

CityLines

by ANONYMOUS

I was surprised of the comfort. I liked that we stoped several times and we had time to rest and that there were chargers that actually worked....

Driver

Tidiness

Value for money

Comfortable ride

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