Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Autogara Militari | Karolou str. | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Autogara Militari | Karolou str. | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal | Karolou str. | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Bucharest Henri Coanda Airport Arrival Terminal | Karolou str. | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 7:36 PM EET.
Get from Bucharest to Athens
The journey takes about 21 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 127, 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 from Bucharest to Athens by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Bucharest to Athens cost?
The bus ticket price from Bucharest to Athens starts at R 1 127. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Bucharest to Athens is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Bucharest to Athens?
The average travel time between Bucharest and Athens is around 21h 15m, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 745 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Bucharest and Athens?
The number of buses from Bucharest to Athens can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Bucharest to Athens by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Bucharest to Athens?
When taking the bus from Bucharest to Athens, you can travel comfortably and safely with Union Ivkoni, LIKEBUS, Maks Trans LTD.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Bucharest to Athens?
Buses travelling between Bucharest and Athens leave from Rahova or Militari and arrive at Atheny, Lagoumitzi str., 34-36 Akominatu str..
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 23 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 062To 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 R 1 062 to R 1 734 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 R 1 080, which is on 2025-11-27.
Usually LIKEBUS 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.
