4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bucharest to Athens
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
18 h
Average duration
18 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
744 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bucharest to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Athens will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £87.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bucharest for Athens every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 744 km distance in an average of 18 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 18 h .
The slowest buses will take 18 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
676577714:0018h00București8:00Athens (Αθήνα)£871One-way0 changes
- 676577714:0018h00București8:00Athens (Αθήνα)£871One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Bucharest to Athens
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £45, and a flight costs an average of £28.
Distance: 744 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
£68 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price |
20h 41m Average total duration 20h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bucharest to Athens bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Athens coaches for today, Monday 13 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 20:15 București, Autogara Militari | 20h45 | 17:00 Athina, Platia Karaizkaki (Αθήνα, Πλατεία Καραϊσκάκη) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 14 April | |||||
| 6765777 | 11:00 București | 18h00 | 5:00 Athens (Αθήνα) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Bucharest to Athens coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Infobus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Infobus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni or Union Ivkoni - Unibus to find the best option for your trip from Bucharest to Athens.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Infobus with all available travel options, which are bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bucharest to Athens.
Why book with Omio over Busbud or Checkmybus?
- Official reseller: Infobus tickets can only be bought on Omio or Infobus's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Infobus tickets. Busbud or Checkmybus do not sell Infobus tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Bucharest to Athens.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bucharest to Athens
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Buses from Bucharest to Athens run on average 2 times per day, taking around 20h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 744 km distance in 18h 0m.
Distance 744 km |
Average bus duration 20h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 18h 0m |
First bus 7:00 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Bucharest to AthensYou can travel by bus between Bucharest to Athens with Infobus, Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
Union Ivkoni International
Union Ivkoni
Union Ivkoni - Unibus
FAQs: Bucharest to Athens coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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