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Athens, Greece → Sofia, Bulgaria

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Eleven ways to Travel from Athens to Sofia

Composite routes from Athens to Sofia

Cheapest
8 h 2 min
Car
790 km.
from $43
Fastest
1 h 27 min
Plane
Other
8 h 2 min
Rideshare
790 km.
from $10.30
11 h 38 min
Train, bus via Sofia Central Bus Station, Train, bus via Sofia Central Bus Station
524 km.
from $46.02
11 h 8 min
Train, Bus
524 km.
from $67.09
13 h 4 min
525 km.
from $63.49
6 h 55 min
Bus, Plane
520 km.
from $116.60
11 h 41 min
Train, Bus
520 km.
from $45.83
9 h 35 min
Bus, Plane
520 km.
from $108.95
12 h 57 min
520 km.
from $47.33
16 h 11 min
520 km.
from $81.65

Navigate from Athens to Sofia

Continue onto Ζωοδόχου Πηγής
32 m
Turn left onto Ακαδημίας
50 m
Turn left onto Χαριλάου Τρικούπη
112 m
Turn right onto бул. Царица Йоанна
4 km 483 m
Turn left onto бул. Княгиня Мария Луиза
152 m
Arrive at destination

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$42.03

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.01–$22.93
Bus from Piraeus Port Astiggos to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
14h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$59.87
Bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Dupnitsa
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$20.38
Bus from Athens to Dupnitsa
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$54.77
Bus from Serres to Dupnitsa
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$15.29

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$28.02
Bus from Piraeus Port Astiggos to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$47.13–$63.69

Tourist Service Holding AD

Phone:
02 981 13 33
Email:
Website:
en.tourist-service.com/
Bus from Piraeus Port Astiggos to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$84.49
Bus from Athens to Pazardzhik
Ave. Duration:
13h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$90.73

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:
$7.64–$11.46
Bus from Serres to Dupnitsa
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$14.01–$20.38

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:
$1.78–$2.67
Bus from Pazardzhik to Samokov
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.20–$6.11

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

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

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 Rodopolis
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.71–$11.20
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 Petrich to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.73–$10.19
Train from Iskarsko Shose to Kostenets
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.67–$5.99

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 train and bus via Sofia Central Bus Station which costs $26.09 - $53.26 and takes 11h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Sofia is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $59.78 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Sofia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Piraeus Port Astiggos and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 15m.

How far is it from Athens to Sofia?

The distance between Athens and Sofia is 580 km. The road distance is 791.5 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 8m and costs $33.70 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m 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 Piraeus Port Astiggos station.

Train, bus or fly from Athens to Sofia?

The best way to get from Athens to Sofia is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $59.78 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30.43 - $70.65 and takes 13h 4m, you could also bus, which costs $40.22 - $54.35 and takes 14h 15m.

Where does the Athens to Sofia bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athens to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Sofia is 791 km. It takes approximately 8h 2m to drive from Athens to Sofia.

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

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

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 1944+ hotels available in Sofia. Prices start at $14.84 per night.
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