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How to Travel from

Athens to Elena

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ulendo Airlink

Website:
flyulendo.com/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$58.59–$305.71

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.43–$433.08
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$369.40
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Alexandroupoli
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.40–$140.12

Bulgaria Air

Website:
air.bg/en/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Friday
Estimated price:
$331.18–$1,273.78
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$369.40

Sky Express

Website:
skyexpress.gr/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.43–$292.97
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Alexandroupoli
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.67–$121.01

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Bucharest
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.53–$445.82

Bus operators

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Athens Karolou to Yambol
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.42–$82.80

Tourist Service Holding AD

Phone:
02 981 13 33
Website:
en.tourist-service.com/
Bus from Athens to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
17h 5m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$93.38
Bus from Athens to Nova
Ave. Duration:
15h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$90.73

Atlas Taxi

Phone:
+359 89 345 5533
Website:
atlastaxi.eu/
Bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$191.07–$305.71

Sliven Municipality Bus

Phone:
044/611 100
Website:
mun.sliven.bg/
Bus from Sliven to Elena
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Alexandroupoli Port to Ormenio
Ave. Duration:
2h 52m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$12.74

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Iskarsko Shose to Tvarditsa
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.37–$11.46
Train from Svilengrad to Veliko
Ave. Duration:
3h 19m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$11.46

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Elena is to bus which costs $84.78 - $88.04 and takes 18h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Elena is to fly and train which takes 9h 44m and costs $92.39 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Elena?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Elena. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Elena via Nova Zagora and Sliven. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 26m.

How far is it from Athens to Elena?

The distance between Athens and Elena is 1036 km. The road distance is 1053.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Elena without a car is to bus which takes 18h 45m and costs $84.78 - $88.04 .

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

It takes approximately 9h 57m to get from Athens to Elena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Elena bus from?

Athens to Elena bus services, operated by Tourist Service Holding AD, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Elena bus arrive?

Athens to Elena bus services, operated by Tourist Service Holding AD, arrive at Nova Zagora station.

Can I drive from Athens to Elena?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Elena is 1053 km. It takes approximately 11h 12m to drive from Athens to Elena.

Where can I stay near Elena?

There are 49+ hotels available in Elena. Prices start at $17.07 per night.
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