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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Karolou str. | Autogara Militari | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Karolou str. | Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 9:44 PM EET.
Get from Athens to Bucharest
The journey takes about 22 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $92, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Athens and Bucharest?
Stops in Athens
- A
Atheny
Ilia Iliou 68-70, Athina 117 44, Greece - BLagoumitzi 63-65, Athina 117 44, Greece
- CAkominatou 36, Athina 104 38, Greece
- D
Sidirodromon
Sidirodromon 1, Athina 104 44, Greece - E
Evelpidon
Evelpidon 11Α, Athina 113 62, Greece
Stops in Bucharest
- A
Rahova
Șoseaua Alexandriei 164, București, Romania - BStrada Valea Cascadelor 2, București, Romania
- DAutogara Filaret, Str. Piata Garii Filaret, nr. 1, Bükreş, Romanya
- E
Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)
Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, Bükreş / Romanya - F
Piata Natiunile Unite
Calea Victoriei nr. 2, București 030167, Romania
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Athens to Bucharest by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Athens to Bucharest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Athens to Bucharest start from $92. The average price for this route is around $96. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Athens to Bucharest?
The average bus travel time from Athens to Bucharest is 22h 30m, covering a distance of 742 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 25m and is operated by LIKEBUS.
Which bus companies service the Athens to Bucharest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Union Ivkoni, LIKEBUS, Maks Trans LTD, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Athens to Bucharest?
The earliest bus departs from Athens to Bucharest at 7:00am. And the latest bus departs at 6:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Athens to Bucharest?
A bus trip from Athens to Bucharest generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Athens to Bucharest?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is LIKEBUS, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Athens to Bucharest?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company LIKEBUS has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Athens to Bucharest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Athens to Bucharest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is LIKEBUS, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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 Athens to Bucharest was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $86To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Athens to Bucharest, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $86 to $141 for a bus ticket from Athens to Bucharest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2025-12-04.
