What are the most popular routes to Greece?
| Route | Average price | Average duration | Daily departures | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Athens - Sofia | Average priceMAD 688 | Average duration11h 45m | Daily departures6 | |
| Thessaloniki - Istanbul Europe | Average priceMAD 534 | Average duration9h 30m | Daily departures8 | |
| Thessaloniki - Sofia | Average priceMAD 311 | Average duration5h 5m | Daily departures15 | |
| Kremasti - Rhodes | Average priceMAD 36 | Average duration18m | Daily departures70 | |
| Athens - Tirana | Average priceMAD 527 | Average duration13h | Daily departures2 | |
| Athens - Plovdiv | Average priceMAD 766 | Average duration14h | Daily departures4 | |
| Athens - Varna | Average priceMAD 885 | Average duration21h | Daily departures4 | |
| Seres - Sofia | Average priceMAD 297 | Average duration4h | Daily departures4 | |
| Rhodes - Kremasti | Average priceMAD 36 | Average duration19m | Daily departures69 | |
| Thessaloniki - Plovdiv | Average priceMAD 388 | Average duration7h 35m | Daily departures8 |
What popular bus companies operate in Greece?
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Frequently asked questions about traveling in Greece
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much does a bus ticket cost in Greece?
Bus travel in Greece is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was MAD 252. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighboring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
Example fares in Greece:
Athens ↔ Sofia (average: MAD 688)
Thessaloniki ↔ Istanbul Europe (average: MAD 534)
Thessaloniki ↔ Sofia (average: MAD 311)What is the best way to travel around Greece?
While you can choose between different transports, Buses and Ferries are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Greece:
- Ferry: 897 routes
- Bus: 355 routesHow do I book bus and train tickets in Greece?
Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare schedules and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.
Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Greece?
When buying Bus or Train tickets in Greece with Busbud we accept the following payment methods:
Currency: Euro (EUR) is the main currency.How do I travel from Athens to Sofia by bus?
The bus is the most popular way to travel from Athens to Sofia
Travel time: 11h 45m
Ticket prices: From MAD 688
Frequency: 6 departures daily
Recommended operators: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur, Infobus, Grimaldi Lines, Karat-S, Openline, LIKEBUS, Simeonidis Tours, Skenderbeu shpkHow do I get from Greece to neighbouring countries by bus or train?
The buses connecting with major cities in neighboring countries are:
Athens ↔ Sofia, Bulgaria
Thessaloniki ↔ Istanbul Europe, Turkey
Thessaloniki ↔ Sofia, BulgariaWhat are the most popular airports in Greece?
You can find trains and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Rhodes Airport, Heraklion International Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis", Athens Airport, Corfu International Airport, Kavala Airport