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What is the best way to travel from Bucharest to Athens?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Athens from Bucharest. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
21h 0m
$53
$63
3
Flight
1h 35m
$62
$99
52

What is the cheapest way to reach Athens from Bucharest?

You can get to Athens with just $53 by taking a Bus from Union Ivkoni, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Saturday
from $63
Sunday
Monday
from $53
Tuesday
from $64
Wednesday
Thursday
from $63
Friday
from $72

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $63
  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Bucharest
    Militari Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $64
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • TAROM
    1h 40m
    0
    4:40 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    6:20 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from $88
  • Turkish Airlines
    4h 40m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    3:00 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $97
  • LC Perú
    11h 35m
    0
    12:55 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    12:30 AM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $131
  • Aegean Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    12:25 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from $138
  • Air Serbia
    11h 15m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    3:45 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $141

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $53
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • TAROM
    1h 40m
    0
    4:40 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    6:20 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from $62
  • LC Perú
    1h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    10:45 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $63
  • Wizz Air
    21h 45m
    0
    10:50 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    8:35 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $91
  • Turkish Airlines
    4h 50m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    3:00 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $98
  • Sky Express SA
    4h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    11:45 AM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Sky Express SA
    Economy
    from $101

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $64
  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Bucharest
    Militari Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $64
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • LC Perú
    19h 35m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    9:20 AM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $74
  • TAROM
    2h 25m
    0
    3:40 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    6:05 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from $75
  • Skyscanner
    18h 35m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    8:20 AM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $88
  • Air Serbia
    22h 50m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    2:55 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $88
  • Turkish Airlines
    4h 50m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    3:00 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $98

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $63
  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $63
  • Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • TAROM
    1h 40m
    0
    4:40 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    6:20 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from $73
  • Turkish Airlines
    4h 50m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    3:00 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $97
  • Aegean Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    10:55 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from $100
  • Israir
    20h 35m
    0
    8:40 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    5:15 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Israir
    Economy
    from $139
  • Air Serbia
    22h 50m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    2:55 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $141

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $72

What are the fastest trips from Bucharest to Athens?

You can get to Athens from Bucharest in just 1h 35m with a Flight from Aegean Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 1h 35m
Sunday
Monday
from 1h 40m
Tuesday
from 2h 25m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 1h 35m
Friday
from 21h 45m

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Aegean Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    10:50 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    12:25 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from $138
  • TAROM
    1h 40m
    0
    4:40 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    6:20 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from $88
  • Turkish Airlines
    4h 40m
    0
    10:20 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    3:00 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $97
  • Air Serbia
    11h 15m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    3:45 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $141
  • LC Perú
    11h 35m
    0
    12:55 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    12:30 AM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $131
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Bucharest
    Militari Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $64
  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $63

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • TAROM
    1h 40m
    0
    4:40 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    6:20 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from $62
  • LC Perú
    1h 45m
    0
    9:00 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    10:45 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $63
  • Sky Express SA
    4h 10m
    0
    7:35 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    11:45 AM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Sky Express SA
    Economy
    from $101
  • Turkish Airlines
    4h 50m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    3:00 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $98
  • Wizz Air
    21h 45m
    0
    10:50 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    8:35 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from $91
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $53

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • TAROM
    2h 25m
    0
    3:40 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    6:05 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from $75
  • Turkish Airlines
    4h 50m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    3:00 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $98
  • Skyscanner
    18h 35m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    8:20 AM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from $88
  • LC Perú
    19h 35m
    0
    1:45 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    9:20 AM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from $74
  • Air Serbia
    22h 50m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    2:55 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $88
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Bucharest
    Militari Bus Station
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $64
  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $64

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • Aegean Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    9:20 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    10:55 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from $100
  • TAROM
    1h 40m
    0
    4:40 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    6:20 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from $73
  • Turkish Airlines
    4h 50m
    0
    10:10 AM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    3:00 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from $97
  • Israir
    20h 35m
    0
    8:40 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    5:15 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Israir
    Economy
    from $139
  • Air Serbia
    22h 50m
    0
    4:05 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    2:55 PM
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from $141
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 0m
    0
    11:30 PM
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $63
  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $63

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    8:30 PM
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Economy
    $72
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Bucharest to Athens

What are the most popular stations in Bucharest and Athens?

In Bucharest, you will usually depart from north station, Filaret or Depoul București Triaj, while in Athens you will be arriving at Aigyptou Bus Station, Athen - Angelopoulou Bus Stop or Athen - Liosion Station Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Athens from Bucharest? With 5 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Bucharest and Athens, you can pay as low as $53 with a Bus from Union Ivkoni.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Aegean Airlines: you will get to Athens in just 1h 35m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Bucharest and Athens are Union Ivkoni, TAROM and Turkish Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Bucharest and Athens is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Fundeni or to Dafni, and look at flights from Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport, and landing at Athens Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Bucharest to Athens?

The most popular companies between Bucharest and Athens, are Union Ivkoni, TAROM and Turkish Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Union Ivkoni

Airlines: TAROM, Turkish Airlines, LC Perú and 6 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Bucharest to Athens

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Bucharest to Athens. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Bucharest to Athens

How can I reach Athens from Bucharest?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Athens from Bucharest.

How far is Athens from Bucharest?

The distance between Bucharest and Athens is 462.1 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Bucharest and Athens?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 20 kgs of CO2, a train 26 kgs, a car 126 kgs, and a flight 183 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Bucharest to Athens?

You can get to Athens with just $53 by taking a Bus from Union Ivkoni.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Athens in just 1h 35m with a Flight from Aegean Airlines.

More routes to Bucharest and to Athens

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Bucharest and to Athens. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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