What is the travel distance from Blagoevgrad to Athens?

About 280 miles (452 km) separate Blagoevgrad and Athens.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Blagoevgrad to Athens?

The majority of buses traveling from Blagoevgrad to Athens start their journey at Sveti Dimitar Solunski and wind up at 34-36 Akominatu str. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Athens?

Once in Athens, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Monastiraki, The Erechtheion, Roman Agora, Mount Lycabettus and Philopappos Hill.

Bus Blagoevgrad to Athens from $45 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Blagoevgrad to Athens on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00pm	Sveti Dimitar Solunski	11h 30m	8:30am	Karolou str.	No tags
Bus	6:15pm	Sveti Dimitar Solunski	11h 15m	5:30am	34-36 Akominatu str.	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Blahoyevhrad railway station, Blagoevgrad	10h	5:30am	Karolou str.	No tags
Bus	6:15pm	Sveti Dimitar Solunski	11h 15m	5:30am	34-36 Akominatu str.	No tags
Bus	7:30pm	Blahoyevhrad railway station, Blagoevgrad	10h	5:30am	Karolou str.	No tags

Get from Blagoevgrad to Athens

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

10h 50mAverage Duration

280 milesDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Blagoevgrad and Athens?

Stops in Blagoevgrad

A - Sveti Dimitar Solunski

B - Blagoevgrad

Stops in Athens

A - 34-36 Akominatu str.

B - Lagoumitzi str.

C - Atheny

D - Sidirodromon

E - Evelpidon

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Blagoevgrad to Athens by bus

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$49

The cheapest trip from Blagoevgrad to Athens was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $55 for a bus ticket from Blagoevgrad to Athens based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-11-17.