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How to get from Sofia to Athens?

Planning to travel to Sofia from Athens 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 Sofia to Athens, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Sofia and Athens, 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 Sofia to Athens, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Sofia Athens trip.

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

Sofia Athens ferry tickets

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

Bus tickets from Sofia to Athens

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

Sofia to Athens train tickets

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

Sofia to Athens cheap flights

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

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

Sofia Athens Travel Information

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

Plan your trip from Sofia to Athens 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 Sofia and Athens 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 Sofia and Athens with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Sofia and Athens

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

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

Sofia Departure Bus Stations

Sofia
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Departure stations in Sofia

Sofia
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Departure airports in Sofia

Vrazhdebna
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Athens Arrival Ports

Athens Piraeus E6
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Athens Arrival Stations

Athens / Αθήνα
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SKA (Rail center of Acharnes)
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Athens Arrival Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos International
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Ferry Sofia Athens

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

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

Some ferry companies that sail between Sofia and Athens 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 Sofia Athens

Hellenic Seaways
Hellenic Seaways
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Bus Sofia Athens

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

The duration of the bus trip between Sofia and Athens 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 Athens for your travel date.

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

Bus companies Sofia Athens

FlixBus
FlixBus
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Trains Sofia Athens

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

The average train journey time from Sofia to Athens depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Athens 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 Sofia to Athens at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train companies between Sofia and Athens

Hellenic Train
Hellenic Train
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Flights Sofia Athens

Airlines Sofia Athens

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