Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Autogara Militari | Karolou str. | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal | Karolou str. | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 12:57 PM EEST.
Get from Bucharest to Athens
The journey takes about 20 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just NZ$97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Bucharest and Athens
Stops in Bucharest
- A
Militari
Strada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania - B
Autogara Filaret
Autogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya - D
Bucarest
București , Romania - E
Strada Atelierului
Strada Atelierului 22, București, Romania - F
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya
Stops in Athens
- A
Lagoumitzi str.
Lagoumitzi 63-65, Athina 117 44, Greece - B
34-36 Akominatu str.
Akominatou 36, Athina 104 38, 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bucharest to Athens by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Bucharest to Athens?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Athens start at NZ$97. The average price for this route is around NZ$171. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bucharest to Athens?
The average bus journey time from Bucharest to Athens is 20h 30m, covering a distance of 749 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 18h 20m and is operated by LIKEBUS.
Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Athens route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, FlixBus, Maks Trans LTD, Ilias Travel, LIKEBUS.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bucharest to Athens?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Athens at 09:50. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Athens?
A bus trip from Bucharest to Athens produces an estimated 18.719125 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Bucharest to Athens?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is LIKEBUS, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 34 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Athens?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company LIKEBUS has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bucharest to Athens?
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 Bucharest to Athens?
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 Bucharest to Athens was searched and found on 12 Oct 2026 with a price of NZ$152To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bucharest to Athens as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from NZ$152 to NZ$208 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Athens based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NZ$152, which is on 2026-10-12.
Usually Maks Trans LTD 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.
