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14:309h00Athens23:30Sandanski£521One-way0 changes
- 14:309h00Athens23:30Sandanski£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and ferry for Athens to Sandanski
The cheapest option from Athens to Sandanski is coach, with an average price of £43. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Athens to Sandanski among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 400 km
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£43 Average Price Cheapest option | £98 Average Price |
10h 40m Average total duration Fastest option 10h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28h 50m Average total duration 27h 50m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Athens to Sandanski bus times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Sandanski coaches for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 5:15 Athens | 10h30 | 15:45 Sandanski | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:30 Athens | 9h00 | 23:30 Sandanski | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Union Ivkoni International?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Union Ivkoni International, but also compare tickets for the likes of KTEL Thessalonikis to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Sandanski.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Athens to Sandanski
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Typically, there are 2 buses per day from Athens to Sandanski, including 2 direct buses, taking around 10h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £29 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 02:35, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 400 km distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 400 km |
Average bus duration 10h 10m |
Lowest ticket price £29 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 2:35 |
Last bus 23:30 |
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Bus providers: Union Ivkoni International, KTEL Thessalonikis from Athens to SandanskiYou can travel by bus between Athens to Sandanski with Union Ivkoni International, KTEL Thessalonikis for as low as £29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Athens to Sandanski coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Sandanski by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sandanski, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Sandanski
Most Athens to Sandanski buses use the Athina, Platia Karaizkaki (Αθήνα, Πλατεία Καραϊσκάκη) to Sandanski, Bus Station (Сандански, Автогара) station pair, with some services arriving at Sandanski (Сандански). Use this guide to compare Athens and Sandanski bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Athina, Platia Karaizkaki (Αθήνα, Πλατεία Καραϊσκάκη) from Athens city centre
Getting to Athens Chiou from Athens city centre
Getting to Sandanski (Сандански) from Sandanski city centre
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