How to travel from Burgas to Athens

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Compare bus and flight for Burgas to Athens

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Burgas to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 59m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €67, while a flight costs an average of €512.

Distance: 369 miles (594 km)

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€512

Average price

€67

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Cheapest

€257

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6h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 59m

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21h 24m

Average total duration

20h 54m

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30m

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11h 56m

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(door-to-door)

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ArdaTur

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The cheapest way to travel from Burgas to Athens is a bus with an average price of €67.

This is compared to other travel options from Burgas to Athens:

A bus is €445 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Burgas to Athens costing on average €512.

The fastest way to travel from Burgas to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 59m.

Other travel options to Athens take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Burgas and Athens including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Burgas to Athens among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 6h 57m sooner (4h 59m by flight vs 11h 56m by car). Tickets start at around €512 compared to roughly €257 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Burgas to Athens

How to get from Burgas to Athens by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Burgas to Athens is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • ArdaTur0
    8:30 AM21h00
    Burgas
    5:30 AMAthens
    681One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • ArdaTur0
    8:30 AM21h00
    Burgas
    5:30 AMAthens
    681One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS782 · OS187+LufthansaLH1756
    4:00 PM7h05
    Burgas Airport
    11:05 PMAthens International Airport
    5371One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Austrian AirlinesOS782+Air BalticOS557+ITAAZ720
    4:00 PM19h10
    Burgas Airport
    11:10 AMAthens International Airport
    3971One-way
    2 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS782+Air BalticOS557+ITAAZ722
    4:00 PM8h45
    Burgas Airport
    12:45 AMAthens International Airport
    4031One-way
    2 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS782 · LH6323+LufthansaLH1750
    4:00 PM19h55
    Burgas Airport
    11:55 AMAthens International Airport
    4311One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Burgas to Athens

Travel to Athens easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Burgas to Athens.

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There are 2 options to travel between Burgas and Athens including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Burgas to Athens is a bus with an average price of €67.

This is compared to other travel options from Burgas to Athens:

A bus is €445 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Burgas to Athens costing on average €512.

The fastest way to travel from Burgas to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 59m.

Other travel options to Athens take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 24m.

The distance from Burgas to Athens is approximately 369 miles (594 km).
The average frequency per day from Burgas to Athens is:
  • Around 12 flights per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Burgas and Athens as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Burgas to Athens:
  • Buses mostly depart from Burgas, Avtogara Yug (Бургас, Автогара Юг) and arrive in Athens (Αθήνα).
  • Flights mostly depart from Burgas Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Burgas to Athens, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, CitizenPlane, ITA, Eurowings, Aegean Airlines, Austrian Airlines to go to Athens by flight.
  • Travel with Infobus, ArdaTur, Union Ivkoni International to go to Athens by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Burgas to Athens:
  • 1 direct buses per day with Infobus, ArdaTur, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Burgas to Athens often also extend their vacation to go to Santorini (Island), Mykonos, Thessaloniki, Istanbul, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Athens and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Athens to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Athens, you can enjoy panoramic views from Mount Lycabettus, explore the vibrant Monastiraki Flea Market for antiques and souvenirs, and visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the only marble stadium in the world. Take a peaceful stroll through the National Garden of Athens or experience a traditional Greek performance at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus. Don't miss the Acropolis of Athens with its iconic Parthenon, the insightful Acropolis Museum, the historic Ancient Agora, and the extensive collections at the National Archaeological Museum. Wander through Plaka's narrow streets filled with neoclassical architecture and vibrant local shops and cafes.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Athens, allowing time to visit major attractions like the Acropolis, the Parthenon, and the Ancient Agora, while also enjoying local cuisine and culture.

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