Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lagoumitzi str. | Serdika | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | 34-36 Akominatu str. | Serdika | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Karolou str. | Serdika | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Karolou str. | Serdika | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Karolou str. | Serdika | No tags |
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Get from Athens to Sofia
The journey takes about 11 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just PLN 116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Athens and Sofia
Stops in Athens
- A
34-36 Akominatu str.
Akominatou 36, Athina 104 38, Greece - B
Lagoumitzi str.
Lagoumitzi 63-65, Athina 117 44, Greece - C
Atheny
Ilia Iliou 68-70, Athina 117 44, Greece - D
Sidirodromon
Sidirodromon 1, Athina 104 44, Greece - E
Evelpidon
Evelpidon 11Α, Athina 113 62, Greece
Stops in Sofia
- A
Serdika
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 108, 1202 Sofia, Bulgaria - C
Central Bus Station
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - D
Central Bus Station - Sofia
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 100, 1202 Tsentralna, Sofia, Bulgaria - E
Knyaginya Maria Luiza
bulevard "Knyaginya Maria Luiza" 65, 1202 Sofia Center, Sofia, Bulgaria - F
Lukoil
E80 9086, 1331 Sofia, Bulgaria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Athens to Sofia
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Athens to Sofia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Athens to Sofia start from PLN 116. The average price for this route is around PLN 299. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Athens to Sofia?
The average bus journey time from Athens to Sofia is 11h 45m, covering a distance of 527 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 11h and is operated by Karat-S.
Which bus companies service the Athens to Sofia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, FlixBus, Openline, Arda Tur, Tourist Service Holding, LIKEBUS, Maks Trans LTD, Karat-S, Ilias Travel.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Athens to Sofia?
The earliest bus departs from Athens to Sofia at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 19:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Athens to Sofia?
A bus journey from Athens to Sofia produces an estimated 13.1695 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Athens to Sofia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Tourist Service Holding, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 51 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Athens to Sofia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Openline has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Athens to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Ilias Travel, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Athens to Sofia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Maks Trans LTD, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Athens to Sofia was searched and found on 24 Aug 2026 with a price of PLN 154To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Athens to Sofia as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PLN 154 to PLN 292 for a bus ticket from Athens to Sofia based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PLN 154, which is on 2026-08-24.
Usually FlixBus, Arda Tur will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
