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Ruse to Athens Bus Schedule
Bus from Ruse to Athens: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity buses per day from Ruse to Athens. Traveling by bus from Ruse to Athens usually takes around 17 hours and 57 minutes, but the fastest Citylines bus can make the trip in 17 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 421 mi (677 km) |
| Shortest duration | 17h 20m |
| Cheapest price | NOK 683.10 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Tourist Service Holding AD |
| Bus lines | 3 |
What bus companies travel from Ruse to Athens?
There are 3 bus lines from Ruse 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:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Citylines | 1 | 17h 20m | NOK 905.93 |
| Tourist Service Holding AD | 1 | 18h 0m | NOK 906.85 |
| Union Ivkoni | 1 | 18h 30m | NOK 683.10 |
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 Rousse to Athens from NOK 907. Typically there is one Tourist Service Holding AD schedule per day from Ruse to Athens and you can expect on average to pay for a Tourist Service Holding AD ticket to Athens. In Rousse, Tourist Service Holding AD departs to Athens from bul. Tsar Osvoboditel 156 . In Athens, Tourist Service Holding AD arrives at Karolou 26 .
An average trip on Tourist Service Holding AD from Rousse to Athens takes 18 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Tourist Service Holding AD trip will get you to Athens in 17 hours and 20 minutes .
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 Rousse to Athens, and the trip usually takes 18 hours and 30 minutes to complete.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Ruse to Athens
The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 57 minutes to cover the 421 miles from Ruse to Athens. However, the fastest bus only takes 17 hours and 20 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.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 12:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Ruse to Athens, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Ruse?
Main departure station: bul. Tsar Osvoboditel 156
Rousse has two bus stations with service to Athens.
All bus stations in Ruse:
bul. Tsar Osvoboditel 156
Tsar Osvoboditel 156
Where does the bus arrive in Athens?
Main arrival station: Karolou 26
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Athens.
All bus stations in Athens:
Karolou 26
Pl. Karaiskaki 2
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