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Blagoevgrad - Athens Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 4 intercity buses per day from Blagoevgrad to Athens. Traveling by bus from Blagoevgrad to Athens usually takes around 10 hours and 37 minutes, but the fastest Citylines bus can make the trip in 9 hours and 50 minutes.

Distance281 mi (452 km)
Shortest duration9h 50m
Cheapest price$40.95
Trips per day4
Most frequent serviceUnion Ivkoni
Bus lines4

What bus companies travel from Blagoevgrad to Athens?

There are 4 bus lines from Blagoevgrad to Athens available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. Each of these companies only runs one bus per day. The following table helps you compare your available choices:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Arda Tur111h 15m$44.09
Citylines19h 50m$45.26
Tourist Service Holding AD110h 0m$40.95
Union Ivkoni111h 14m$41.38
  • Arda Tur is a Bulgarian intercity bus company serving a large number of cities in Bulgaria as well as destinations across Europe, like Czech Republic, Austria, and Germany. Onboard, you’ll find extra legroom, air conditioning, restrooms, complimentary WiFi and power outlets. There are also snacks and drinks available for purchase as well.

  • Citylines, a prominent Bulgarian bus company based in Sofia, offers an extensive network of routes connecting cities within Bulgaria and beyond, operating numerous daily trips. The company's services extend to countries such as Greece, Turkey, Montenegro, and Germany, providing convenient travel options for passengers. One of Citylines' popular routes is the 12-hour journey from Sofia to Athens, which runs twice daily, and passengers can enjoy amenities such as air conditioning, onboard restrooms, and Wi-Fi connectivity for a comfortable and convenient travel experience.

  • Book Tourist Service Holding AD from Blagoevgrad to Athens from $41. Typically there is one Tourist Service Holding AD schedule per day from Blagoevgrad to Athens and you can expect on average to pay for a Tourist Service Holding AD ticket to Athens. In Blagoevgrad, Tourist Service Holding AD departs to Athens from Bul Sveti Dimitar Solunski . In Athens, Tourist Service Holding AD arrives at Karolou 26 .

    An average trip on Tourist Service Holding AD from Blagoevgrad to Athens takes 10 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Tourist Service Holding AD trip will get you to Athens in 9 hours and 50 minutes .

    On weekends, Tourist Service Holding AD offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Athens.

  • Union Ivkoni was founded in Bulgaria in 1992 and quickly expanded its operations throughout Europe. Popular routes include both shorter travels within one country and long-haul international trips. Their reliable buses offer amenities to make your trip comfortable, including air conditioning, extra legroom, and power outlets. Union Ivkoni usually operates 1 trips per day on the route from Blagoevgrad to Athens, and the trip usually takes 11 hours and 14 minutes to complete.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 10 hours and 37 minutes to cover the 281 miles from Blagoevgrad to Athens. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Blagoevgrad to Athens for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Blagoevgrad to Athens, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Blagoevgrad to Athens every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Blagoevgrad to Athens without transferring.

City Information

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Blagoevgrad?

Main departure station: Bul Sveti Dimitar Solunski

Buses to Athens leave from 3 stations in Blagoevgrad.

All bus stations in Blagoevgrad:

  • Bul Sveti Dimitar Solunski

  • Bus Station

  • Blagoevgrad Bulevard Sveti Dimitar Solunski Bus Stop

Where does the bus arrive in Athens?

Main arrival station: Karolou 26

Buses arrive in Athens at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in Athens:

  • Karolou 26

  • Pl. Karaiskaki 2

  • Akominatou 32-36

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