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How to get from Athens to Sofia?

Planning to travel to Athens from Sofia and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Athens to Sofia, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Athens and Sofia, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Hellenic Train, FlixBus, Aegean Airlines, Olympic Air or Ryanair), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Athens to Sofia, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Athens Sofia trip.

For your trip from Athens to Sofia, you have several transportation options

Athens Sofia ferry tickets

The ferry between Athens and Sofia is a great transportation option for travelers looking for a stress-free trip and a unique experience.

Bus tickets from Athens to Sofia

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Athens to Sofia, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Athens to Sofia train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Athens Sofia train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Athens to Sofia cheap flights

Many flights connect Athens to Sofia every day, offering a fast and convenient option for travelers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Sofia in record time.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Athens to Sofia transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Athens Sofia Travel Information

Departure city
Athens
Greece
Attica
Destination city
Sofia
Bulgaria
Distance
327 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by flights and train
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Plan your trip from Athens to Sofia easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Athens to Sofia easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Athens and Sofia that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Hellenic Train, FlixBus, Aegean Airlines, Olympic Air or Ryanair to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Athens and Sofia with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Athens and Sofia

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Athens to Sofia?
Speed Athens to Sofia trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Flexibility Athens Sofia train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Athens to Sofia?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Athens and Sofia, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Travel time Buses from Athens to Sofia are mostly much slower than trains to Sofia to cover the 327 mi distance of the trip.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by ferry from Athens to Sofia?
Pleasant experience Ferry crossings between Athens and Sofia are in themselves a very pleasant travel experience, often offering panoramic views of the sea or coastline.
Flexibility Ferry departure times between Athens and Sofia may be more limited than other modes of transportation, which can make planning a trip to Sofia more difficult.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Athens to Sofia?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Athens to Sofia, both direct and with a stopover, giving travelers a wide choice.
Security Checks Travelers to Sofia often have to arrive at Athens airport early due to strict security checks.

Where to start from in Athens? Where do I arrive in Sofia?

Ports of departure in Athens

Athens Piraeus E6
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Departure stations in Athens

Athens / Αθήνα
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SKA (Rail center of Acharnes)
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Departure airports in Athens

Eleftherios Venizelos International
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Sofia arrival bus stations

Sofia
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Sofia Arrival Stations

Sofia
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Sofia Arrival Airports

Vrazhdebna
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Ferry Athens Sofia

This depends a lot on the time of year you want to travel between Athens and Sofia. Please note that there is no direct ferry service between Athens and Sofia and you will need to combine the trip to Sofia with another mode of transportation.

Please note that there is no direct ferry connection between Athens and Sofia. The length of the ferry journey depends mainly on the ferry company you take.

Some ferry companies that sail between Athens and Sofia offer discounted fares for children and senior citizens. It is advisable to perform a price search on Vivanoda specifying the age of the passengers to check if these discounts are available.

Ferry Companies Athens Sofia

Hellenic Seaways
Hellenic Seaways
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Bus Athens Sofia

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Athens-Sofia varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Athens-Sofia bus prices on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus trip between Athens and Sofia usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Sofia for your travel date.

The frequency of departures to Athens from Sofia varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Sofia, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

Bus companies Athens Sofia

FlixBus
FlixBus
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Trains Athens Sofia

To get the best train fares between Athens and Sofia, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with time schedules and compare train fares with Vivanoda.

The average train journey time from Athens to Sofia depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Sofia are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Athens to Sofia at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train companies between Athens and Sofia

Hellenic Train
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Flights Athens Sofia

Airlines Athens Sofia

Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Olympic Air
Olympic Air
Ryanair
Ryanair
Air Malta
Air Malta
Bulgaria Air
Bulgaria Air
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