Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal | Karolou str. | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Autogara Militari | Karolou str. | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Autogara Militari | Karolou str. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal | Karolou str. | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 14:13 EET.
Get from Bucharest to Athens
The journey takes about 21 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just £49, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bucharest and Athens?
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
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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bucharest to Athens
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Bucharest to Athens?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bucharest to Athens start from £49. The average price for this route is around £52. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bucharest to Athens?
The average bus journey time from Bucharest to Athens is 21h 15m, covering a distance of 470 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 18h 20m and is operated by LIKEBUS.
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.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bucharest to Athens?
The earliest bus departs from Bucharest to Athens at 10:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bucharest to Athens?
A bus journey from Bucharest to Athens produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bucharest to Athens?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company LIKEBUS has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.
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.
The cheapest trip from Bucharest to Athens was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £46To 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 £46 to £75 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 £46, 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.
