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Sofia Airport, Bulgaria → Athens, Greece

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Sofia Airport to Athens

Cheapest
8 h 12 min
Car
795 km.
from $43
Other
12 h 57 min
Bus, Train
522 km.
from $46.71
11 h 52 min
Bus, Train
522 km.
from $65.82
14 h 47 min
522 km.
from $62.51

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$25.00

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.70–$14.13
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$20.65
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Piraeus
Ave. Duration:
13h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$48.91

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Blagoevgrad Central Bus Terminal to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.96–$16.30
Bus from Sofia Central Bus Station to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.39–$22.83

Tourist Service Holding AD

Phone:
02 981 13 33
Email:
Website:
en.tourist-service.com/
Bus from Sofia to Athens
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$75.32

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Email:
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$27.17

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$304.35

Bulgaria Air

Website:
air.bg/en/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$304.35

Sky Express

Website:
skyexpress.gr/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$65.22–$239.13

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Thessaloniki to Athens
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.29–$29.35
Train from Rodopolis to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.91–$9.29

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Gorna banya spirka to Petrich
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.57–$8.15

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens?

The cheapest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens is to bus via Piraeus Port Astiggos which costs $31.52 - $50 and takes 14h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens?

The fastest way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens is to fly which takes 2h 8m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Sofia Airport (SOF) and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Sofia Airport (SOF) station to Athens. However, there are services departing from Sofia Airport Terminal 2 Bus Station and arriving at Athens via Sofia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 54m.

How far is it from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens?

The distance between Sofia Airport (SOF) and Athens is 564 km. The road distance is 806.6 km.

How do I travel from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens without a car?

The best way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens without a car is to night bus and bus and train which takes 11h 53m and costs $41.30 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens bus from?

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens bus services, operated by Tourist Service Holding AD, depart from Sofia station.

Train, bus or fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens?

The best way to get from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens is to fly which takes 2h 8m and costs $65.22 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $29.35 - $70.65 and takes 14h 47m, you could also bus, which costs $84.78 - $88.04 and takes 12h 54m.

Where does the Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens bus arrive?

Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens bus services, operated by Tourist Service Holding AD, arrive at Athens station.

Can I drive from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens is 807 km. It takes approximately 8h 13m to drive from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 11863+ hotels available in Athens. Prices start at $46.42 per night.
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