- Must visit
Acropolis Museum
World-class museum for Acropolis finds, with superb archaic sculptures and Parthenon marbles displayed in a striking modern building.
Cheapest price
€72
Average price
€72
Fastest journey
20 h 20 m
Average duration
20 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
744 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bucharest to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Athens will cost around €72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €72.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bucharest for Athens on Fri, Aug 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 28 the direct buses cover the 744 km distance in an average of 20 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 20 h 20 m .
On Fri, Aug 28 the slowest buses will take 20 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus
FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €18.
Distance: 462 miles (744 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€69 Average price Cheapest | €74 Average price | €275 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 57m Average total duration 19h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest to Athens:
A bus is €5 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest to Athens costing on average €74.
Other travel options to Athens take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 27m.
Tickets start at around €69 compared to roughly €275 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €206. The journey takes 19h 27m versus 13h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, FlixBus, LikeBus, Lilian Express, Max Trans.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Max Trans | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €96 |
Operator Lilian Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €60 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €75 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €97 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €48 |
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Athens buses for today, Thursday, August 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 | 2:00 PM Bucharest | 18h00 | 8:00 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:00 PM București, Autogara Militari | 20h20 | 12:20 PM Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:10 PM Bucharest | 18h20 | 4:30 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bucharest to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €18 by flight.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 462 miles (744 km) distance in 18h 0m.
Distance 462 miles (744 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 18h 0m |
First bus 7:00 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants, round taxi fares up, and leave small change at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest to Athens by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bucharest to Athens buses use the București to Athens (Αθήνα) station pair, with some services arriving at Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού). Use this guide to compare Bucharest and Athens bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
București has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several small food stalls available.
Wi-Fi is available at București. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at București.
Available at București: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at București: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) is 3 km from Athens city centre. Public transport options include:
Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού). ATMs are available at Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού).
Ticket office support is available at Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού).
Available at Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού): Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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