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Athens Airport to Sofia

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8 h 16 min
811 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Athens Airport to Sofia

Composite routes from Athens Airport to Sofia

Cheapest
8 h 16 min
Car
811 km.
from $44
Other
8 h 16 min
Rideshare
811 km.
from $10.58
12 h 37 min
Train, Bus
532 km.
from $61.11
13 h 22 min
Train, bus via Sofia Central Bus Station, Train, bus via Sofia Central Bus Station
532 km.
from $55.96
14 h 12 min
Train, bus via Blagoevgrad, Train, bus via Blagoevgrad
532 km.
from $64.43

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Thessaloniki train station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$40.76

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Thessaloniki train station to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$22.93
Bus from Thessaloniki Train Station Bus Stop to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$24.20
Bus from Serres to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.01–$12.10
Bus from Piraeus Thesmoforiou Street to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
14h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$58.59

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:
$19.11–$26.75
Bus from Athens Chiou to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$43.31–$57.32

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–$10.83
Bus from Serres to Blagoevgrad
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$11.46–$16.56

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–$356.66

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–$356.66

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–$280.23

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:
$10.89–$34.39

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Blagoevgrad to Sofia
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.82–$7.64

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia?

The cheapest way to get from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia is to bus which costs $35.87 - $59.78 and takes 16h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia?

The fastest way to get from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia is to fly which takes 2h 8m and costs $54.35 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens Airport (ATH) and Sofia?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia station. However, there are services departing from Αερολιμενασ Αθηνων(Τερμα) and arriving at Sofia Central Bus Station via Piraeus Thesmoforiou Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 56m.

How far is it from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia?

The distance between Athens Airport (ATH) and Sofia is 547 km. The road distance is 812.4 km.

How do I travel from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia without a car?

The best way to get from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 37m and costs $31.52 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia bus from?

Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia bus services, operated by Union Ivkoni, depart from Piraeus Thesmoforiou Street station.

Bus or fly from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia?

The best way to get from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia is to fly which takes 2h 8m and costs $54.35 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus via Στ.Συνταγματοσ, which costs $43.48 - $59.78 and takes 13h 47m.

Where does the Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia is 812 km. It takes approximately 8h 16m to drive from Athens Airport (ATH) to Sofia.

Where can I stay near Sofia?

There are 1964+ hotels available in Sofia. Prices start at $14.43 per night.
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