Sofia to Athens

Sofia to Athens

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Sofia to Athens Schedule

Sofia to Athens Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 4pax Any timeBGN 1,985.22
Air Serbia Economy 05:10 - 15:30BGN 195.11
Union Ivkoni International Standard AC 06:02 - 21:00BGN 120.27
Sky Express Economy #GQ68109:35 - 11:10BGN 221.16
Aegean Airlines Economy #A398111:00 - 12:20BGN 416.01
Turkish Airlines Economy 15:55 - 01:40BGN 271.01
Bulgaria Air Economy #FB80716:20 - 17:30BGN 213.79
Wizz Air Economy 18:35 - 22:05BGN 248.59
Wizz Air Economy 20:05 - 23:00BGN 382.37

Transportation from Sofia to Athens

Facts about the transport from Sofia to Athens

Cheapest Transport$46
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure7:25 AM
Latest Departure8:30 PM
Departures per day23
Distance795 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAegean Airlines, Air Serbia, Bulgaria Air, Daytrip, EasyJet, Tourist Service Holding AD, Union Ivkoni International , Wizz Air

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How to get from Sofia to Athens

Travelling between Sofia and Athens is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 1,133.01 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 45.27.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 27 hours to travel between Sofia and Athens depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Sofia and Athens. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 15m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 1d 2h 55m to reach Athens.

How much does it cost to get from Sofia to Athens?

Travelling between Sofia and Athens can be as cheap as USD 45.27 if you opt for a Tourist Service Holding AD bus and as expensive as USD 1,133.01 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Sofia and Athens ?

  • 8 from Sofia to Athens starting from 07:30 Sofia Central Bus Station until 20:30 Sofia Central Bus Station
  • 6 from Sofia to Athens starting from 07:25 Sofia Airport until 20:05 Sofia Airport
  • 9 from Sofia to Athens starting from 00:00 Sofia Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Sofia Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Sofia to Athens.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Sofia to Athens, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 108.44.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Sofia and Athens

Aegean Airlines, Air Serbia, Bulgaria Air, EasyJet, Wizz Air

Bus

Travelling from Sofia to Athens overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Sofia and Athens

Tourist Service Holding AD, Union Ivkoni International

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Sofia and Athens

Daytrip

What is the most popular transport to get from Sofia to Athens?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 82% opted for a bus
  • 18% decided to fly