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Athens to Sofia

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8 h 45 min
840 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Athens to Sofia

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Cheapest
By car (840 km)
8 h 45 min
840 km.
from $46
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Rideshare
8 h 45 min
840 km.
from $10.96
Bus, Plane (Fly to Sofia Airport)
6 h 55 min
520 km.
from $116.60
Train, Bus
11 h 41 min
520 km.
from $45.83
Bus, Plane (Fly to International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia)
9 h 35 min
520 km.
from $108.95
Train, bus via Sérres
12 h 57 min
520 km.
from $47.33
Bus via Pazardzhik
16 h 11 min
520 km.
from $81.65

Transport providers

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Dupnitsa
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$17.39
Bus from Athens to Dupnitsa
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.26–$46.74
Bus from Serres to Dupnitsa
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.61–$13.04

Tourist Service Holding AD

Phone:
02 981 13 33
Email:
Website:
en.tourist-service.com/
Bus from Athens to Pazardzhik
Ave. Duration:
13h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$77.42

KTEL Serron

Phone:
+30 23210-22822
Email:
Website:
ktelserron.gr/
Bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Serres
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.78
Bus from Serres to Dupnitsa
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39

Kyustendil Municipality Transport

Phone:
+359 7855 0204
Email:
Website:
kyustendil.bg/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=319&Itemid=273&lang=bg
Bus from Pazardzhik to Samokov
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily

Samokov Bus

Phone:
0722 60019
Email:
Website:
samokov-info.com
Bus from Dupnitsa to Samokov
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$1.52–$2.28
Bus from Pazardzhik to Samokov
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.59–$5.22

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:
$70.65–$315.22
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to International
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$184.78

Bulgaria Air

Website:
air.bg/en/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$315.22

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:
$65.22–$250.00
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to International
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$173.91

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:
$9.55–$29.35
Train from Thessaloniki to Serres
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.52–$9.78

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Iskarsko Shose to Kostenets
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.28–$5.11

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Sofia is to bus which costs $30.43 - $48.91 and takes 13h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Sofia is to fly and train which takes 6h 55m and costs $65.22 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Sofia. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Samokov via Dupnitsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 33m.

How far is it from Athens to Sofia?

The distance between Athens and Sofia is 633 km. The road distance is 768.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Sofia without a car is to train and bus which takes 11h 41m and costs $20.65 - $48.91 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Athens to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Sofia bus from?

Athens to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Sofia bus arrive?

Athens to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, arrive at Dupnitsa Bus Station.

Can I drive from Athens to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Sofia is 768 km. It takes approximately 7h 58m to drive from Athens to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 13+ hotels available in Sofia. Prices start at $14.63 per night.
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