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Five ways to Travel from Bucharest to Athens

Composite routes from Bucharest to Athens

Cheapest
12 h 57 min
Car
1150 km.
from $63
Fastest
1 h 49 min
Plane
Other
12 h 57 min
Rideshare
1150 km.
from $15
15 h 48 min
Bus, Train
743 km.
from $86.12
19 h 40 min
744 km.
from $87.85

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Athens
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$44.59–$216.56

Ulendo Airlink

Website:
flyulendo.com/
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$58.60–$305.73

Volotea

Website:
volotea.com
Plane from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Athens
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$42.04–$254.77

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.43–$433.11
Plane from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Athens
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$42.04–$254.77

Wizz Air

Website:
wizzair.com/
Plane from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport to Athens
Ave. Duration:
10h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$48.41–$254.77

Tarom

Website:
tarom.ro/
Plane from Bucharest Otopeni to Athens
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$445.85

Bus operators

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Bucharest Militari Bus Station to Athens
Ave. Duration:
21h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.95–$82.80

Tourist Service Holding AD

Phone:
02 981 13 33
Email:
Website:
en.tourist-service.com/
Bus from Ruse to Athens
Ave. Duration:
16h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$84.50

Simeonidis Tours

Phone:
+30-2310540970
Email:
Website:
simeonidistours.gr/
Bus from Bucharest to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$63.69–$89.17

PEGASUS GROUP Ltd.

Phone:
+359 (0) 877 34 47 47
Email:
Website:
pegasusbg.com/
Bus from Bucharest Horoscop Hotel to Ruse
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$20.38

Train operators

Hellenic Train

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Athens is to bus which costs $43.48 - $70.65 and takes 21h.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Athens is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $119.57 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bucharest Militari Bus Station station and arriving at Athens. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21h.

How far is it from Bucharest to Athens?

The distance between Bucharest and Athens is 810 km. The road distance is 1180.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Athens without a car is to bus and train which takes 15h 48m and costs $59.78 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Bucharest to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Athens bus from?

Bucharest to Athens bus services, operated by PEGASUS GROUP Ltd., depart from Bucharest Horoscop Hotel station.

Bus or fly from Bucharest to Athens?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Athens is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $119.57 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus via Ruse, which costs $85.87 - $89.13 and takes 19h 40m.

Where does the Bucharest to Athens bus arrive?

Bucharest to Athens bus services, operated by PEGASUS GROUP Ltd., arrive at Ruse Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Athens is 1180 km. It takes approximately 13h 2m to drive from Bucharest to Athens.

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

Book your Bucharest to Athens bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 11776+ hotels available in Athens. Prices start at $47.72 per night.
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