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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athens to Plovdiv

Composite routes from Athens to Plovdiv

Cheapest
9 h 19 min
Car
925 km.
from $50
Other
6 h 56 min
Bus, Plane
470 km.
from $139.97
12 h 30 min
Bus, Plane
470 km.
from $113.62
10 h 13 min
Bus, Plane
470 km.
from $91.05
8 h 8 min
Bus, Plane
485 km.
from $118.45
9 h 20 min
Bus, Plane
485 km.
from $89.86

Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Athens to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
15h 50m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.49–$63.69
Bus from Piraeus Port Astiggos to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
15h 50m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$42.03–$70.06

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Athens to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$50.95–$70.06
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.48–$35.67
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 Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$90.73

Traventuria

Phone:
+359 2 493 0191
Email:
Website:
traventuria.com/
Bus from Sofia Airport Terminal 1 Bus Stop to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$28.02–$36.94

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
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 International
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$216.54
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 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 International
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$203.80
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 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 Svilengrad to Plovdiv
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.33–$8.28
Train from Iskarsko Shose to Karlovo
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$4.20–$8.28
Train from Svilengrad to Parvomay
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.44–$7.01

Other operators

Seajets

Phone:
+30 210 4121001
Email:
Website:
seajets.com/
Other from Lavrio to Kavala
Ave. Duration:
14h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$101.90–$267.49

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Plovdiv is to bus which costs $43.48 - $81.52 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Plovdiv is to fly and bus which takes 6h 56m and costs $86.96 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Plovdiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens and arriving at Plovdiv. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Athens to Plovdiv?

The distance between Athens and Plovdiv is 708 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Plovdiv without a car is to bus which takes 14h and costs $43.48 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Athens to Plovdiv, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Plovdiv bus from?

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

Where does the Athens to Plovdiv bus arrive?

Athens to Plovdiv bus services, operated by Tourist Service Holding AD, arrive at Plovdiv station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Athens to Plovdiv?

Book your Athens to Plovdiv bus tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Plovdiv?

There are 665+ hotels available in Plovdiv. Prices start at $23.03 per night.
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