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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athens to Kardzhali

Composite routes from Athens to Kardzhali

Cheapest
8 h 33 min
Car
818 km.
from $44
Other
4 h 26 min
Bus, Plane
430 km.
from $95.40
20 h 25 min
Bus, Train
430 km.
from $56.88
13 h 43 min
Train, Bus
428 km.
from $101.30
4 h 51 min
Bus, Plane
430 km.
from $191.05
18 h 35 min
Bus, Train
430 km.
from $57.20
18 h 36 min
430 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Piraeus Port Astiggos to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
15h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$42.03–$70.06

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Athens Chiou to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$50.95–$70.06

Tourist Service Holding AD

Phone:
02 981 13 33
Email:
Website:
en.tourist-service.com/
Bus from Athens to Stara
Ave. Duration:
15h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$90.73

KTEL Serron

Phone:
+30 23210-22822
Email:
Website:
ktelserron.gr/
Bus from Serres to Xanthi
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.65

Pavel Banya Municipality Transport

Phone:
0887 900 563
Website:
pavelbanya.eu/
Bus from Stara Zagora to Kardzhali
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly

KTEL Rodopis

Phone:
+30 25310 22912
Email:
Website:
ktelrodopis.gr/
Bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Komotini
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$93.21

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Alexandroupoli
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.40–$140.12
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Kavala
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.64–$267.49

Sky Express

Website:
skyexpress.gr/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Alexandroupoli
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.67–$121.01

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Athens to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.20–$34.39
Train from Thessaloniki to Serres
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.64–$11.46

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Plovdiv to Kardjali
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.97–$9.55

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Kardzhali is to bus and train via Piraeus Port Astiggos which costs $40.22 - $70.65 and takes 20h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Kardzhali is to fly and drive which takes 4h 26m and costs $65.22 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Kardzhali?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Kardzhali. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Kardzhali via Stara Zagora. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 36m.

How far is it from Athens to Kardzhali?

The distance between Athens and Kardzhali is 534 km. The road distance is 819 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Kardzhali without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 35m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Athens to Kardzhali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Kardzhali bus from?

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

Where does the Athens to Kardzhali bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athens to Kardzhali?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Kardzhali is 819 km. It takes approximately 8h 32m to drive from Athens to Kardzhali.

Where can I stay near Kardzhali?

There are 59+ hotels available in Kardzhali. Prices start at $16.26 per night.
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