Bus from Bucharest to Athens: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Bucharest to Athens on December 3
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Union IvkoniBus
    Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal
    Karolou str.Cheapest
    Union IvkoniBus
      Autogara Militari
      Karolou str.Fastest
      Union IvkoniBus
        Autogara Militari
        Karolou str.No tags
        Union IvkoniBus
          Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal
          Karolou str.No tags

          Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 2:13 PM EET.

          Get from Bucharest to Athens

          This route is served by bus only

          The journey takes about 21 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          3bus per day
          21h 15mAverage Duration
          758 kmDistance
          19kgCO₂ emissions

          Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bucharest to Athens by bus

          Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

          1. How much is the bus ticket from Bucharest to Athens?

            The cheapest bus tickets from Bucharest to Athens start from $91. 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.

          2. How long is the bus ride from Bucharest to Athens?

            The average bus travel time from Bucharest to Athens is 21h 15m, covering a distance of 758 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 20m and is operated by LIKEBUS.

          3. Which bus companies service the Bucharest to Athens 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.

          4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bucharest to Athens?

            The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Athens at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

          5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Athens?

            A bus trip from Bucharest to Athens generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

          6. What is the best bus company from Bucharest to Athens?

            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.

          7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Athens?

            Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company LIKEBUS has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

          8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bucharest to Athens?

            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.

          9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bucharest to Athens?

            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.

          Best price found
          11-28
          $100
          11-29
          $128
          Today
          $101
          12-01
          $88
          12-02
          $88
          12-03
          $84
          12-04
          $88
          12-05
          $87
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bucharest to Athens was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $84

          To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bucharest to Athens, as early as possible.

          You can expect to pay from $84 to $139 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Athens based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $84 which is on 2025-12-03.

          Usually Union Ivkoni will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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