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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Sofia to Athens from various bus operators like Union Ivkoni, Tourist Service Holding or Citylines for the next days.
today
from $51
tomorrow
from $51
Saturday
from $57
Sunday
from $49
Monday
from $57
Tuesday
from $51
Wednesday
from $48

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Tourist Service Holding
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Bratya Miladinovi
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Economy
    $51
  • Citylines
    12h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Sofia
    Bratya Miladinovi
    7:00 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Citylines
    Economy
    $62
  • Ilias Travel
    12h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    7:00 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Ilias Travel
    Basic
    $62
  • Arda Tur
    12h 30m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Acharnon
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $62
  • Union Ivkoni
    12h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $63

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Tourist Service Holding
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Economy
    $51
  • Tourist Service Holding
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Serdika
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Basic
    $62
  • Arda Tur
    12h 30m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Acharnon
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $64
  • Citylines
    11h 55m
    0
    7:00 PM
    Sofia
    Bratya Miladinovi
    6:55 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Citylines
    Basic
    $64
  • Union Ivkoni
    12h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $66

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Union Ivkoni
    12h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $57
  • Union Ivkoni
    12h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $59
  • Maks Trans LTD
    11h 0m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:00 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Maks Trans LTD
    Economy
    $61
  • Tourist Service Holding
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Economy
    $64
  • Tourist Service Holding
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Basic
    $64

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $49
  • Tourist Service Holding
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Bratya Miladinovi
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Economy
    $51
  • Citylines
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Citylines
    Economy
    $62
  • Ilias Travel
    11h 55m
    0
    6:30 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Ilias Travel
    Basic
    $62
  • Arda Tur
    12h 30m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Acharnon
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $64

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $57
  • Union Ivkoni
    12h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $57
  • Tourist Service Holding
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Economy
    $64
  • Tourist Service Holding
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Basic
    $64
  • Arda Tur
    12h 30m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Acharnon
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $64

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Tourist Service Holding
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Economy
    $51
  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $57
  • Union Ivkoni
    12h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $57
  • Tourist Service Holding
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Economy
    $62
  • Arda Tur
    12h 30m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Acharnon
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $62

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Union Ivkoni
    13h 0m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $48
  • Union Ivkoni
    12h 0m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    8:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $48
  • Tourist Service Holding
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Economy
    $51
  • Tourist Service Holding
    11h 30m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Tourist Service Holding
    Economy
    $62
  • Arda Tur
    12h 30m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Sofia
    Central Bus Station
    5:30 AM
    Athens
    Acharnon
    0
    Arda Tur
    Economy
    $62

Frequency of bus connections between Sofia and Athens

See here how frequent the connections between Sofia and Athens are, during different times and days of the week.
Thursday is the busiest day, with more than 23 daily buses from Sofia to Athens. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Sofia and Athens.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 59 buses from Sofia to Athens, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Sofia and Athens, with 11 offers.

Facts about the bus from Sofia to Athens

Compare all providers like Union Ivkoni, Tourist Service Holding and Citylines that travel 13 times every day by bus from Sofia to Athens in one click! Book your bus ticket from Sofia to Athens starting from $48!

Cheapest Bus $48
Fastest Bus 11h 0m
Earliest Bus 7:00 AM
Latest Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 13 Ø
Distance 326.6 miles
Bus Companies Union Ivkoni, Tourist Service Holding, Citylines, Arda Tur, Ilias Travel and Maks Trans LTD

Cheapest bus connections from Sofia to Athens

Every day, 13 buses from 6 bus companies leave Sofia for Athens: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/02/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 04/27
Monday 04/28
Tuesday 04/29
Wednesday 04/30
Thursday 05/01
$62
Friday 05/02
$64
Saturday 05/03
$57
Sunday 05/04
$57
Monday 05/05
$57
Tuesday 05/06
$57
Wednesday 05/07
$67
Thursday 05/08
$50
Friday 05/09
$62
Saturday 05/10
$57
Sunday 05/11
$48
Monday 05/12
$48
Tuesday 05/13
$48
Wednesday 05/14
$48
Thursday 05/15
$48
Friday 05/16
$48
Saturday 05/17
Sunday 05/18
$62
Monday 05/19
$48
Tuesday 05/20
$48
Wednesday 05/21
$66
Thursday 05/22
$48
Friday 05/23
$48
Saturday 05/24

The cheapest time to travel from Sofia to Athens

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Sofia to Athens, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $48, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Sofia to Athens. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $57.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Sofia to Athens, with $48. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $62.

How to save money travelling from Sofia to Athens

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Sofia to Athens in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Sofia to Athens, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Sofia to Athens are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Sofia to Athens

These are the most booked bus companies between Sofia to Athens from our users.

Citylines from Sofia to Athens

Citylines

Here you will find the key facts about the Citylines bus route Sofia to Athens:

Cheapest Price $62
Fastest Bus 11h 30m
Earliest Bus 7:00 AM
Last Bus 7:00 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 4/30/2025

Tourist Service Holding from Sofia to Athens

Tourist Service Holding

Here you will find the key facts about the Tourist Service Holding bus route Sofia to Athens:

Cheapest Price $51
Fastest Bus 11h 30m
Earliest Bus 6:00 PM
Last Bus 6:00 PM
Daily Connections 3 Ø
Found on 4/30/2025

Union Ivkoni from Sofia to Athens

Union Ivkoni

Here you will find the key facts about the Union Ivkoni bus route Sofia to Athens:

Cheapest Price $48
Fastest Bus 12h 0m
Earliest Bus 7:30 AM
Last Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Connections 5 Ø
Found on 4/30/2025

All bus stations and stops in Sofia and Athens

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Sofia and Athens.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Sofia to Athens

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Sofia to Athens? Or which bus companies serve the route Sofia to Athens? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Sofia to Athens bus

How much does a Sofia Athens bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $48 and takes 12h 0m to reach Athens. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Sofia to Athens?

This route is offered by 6 companies with a range of ticket prices between $48 and $75. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Athens.

On average, how many connections are available from Sofia to Athens each day?

Every day, the Sofia to Athens bus route is served by approximately 13 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Sofia to Athens take?

The fastest bus from Sofia to Athens is offered by Maks Trans LTD and takes 11h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $61. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Sofia to Athens?

The earliest bus arriving in Athens from Sofia starts at 7:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Sofia to Athens?

The latest bus trip departing from Sofia for Athens starts at 8:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Sofia Athens route?

When traveling by bus from Sofia to Athens, passengers can travel with Union Ivkoni, Tourist Service Holding and Citylines. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Sofia and Athens?

You can check all the direct connections between Sofia and Athens by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Union Ivkoni, Tourist Service Holding and Citylines.

What can I take with me on the Sofia to Athens bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Sofia Athens bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Sofia Athens bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Sofia to Athens on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Sofia to Athens

Basic
Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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