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Athens to Ruse Bus Schedule
Bus from Athens to Ruse: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Athens to Ruse. Traveling by bus from Athens to Ruse usually takes around 18 hours, but the fastest Tourist Service Holding AD bus can make the trip in 16 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 421 mi (677 km) |
| Shortest duration | 16h 30m |
| Cheapest price | NOK 576.28 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Union Ivkoni |
| Bus lines | 3 |
What bus companies travel from Athens to Ruse?
There are 3 bus lines from Athens to Ruse 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 | 16h 30m | NOK 904.72 |
| Tourist Service Holding AD | 1 | 16h 30m | NOK 905.64 |
| Union Ivkoni | 1 | 20h 0m | NOK 576.28 |
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 Athens to Rousse from NOK 906. Typically there is one Tourist Service Holding AD schedule per day from Athens to Ruse and you can expect on average to pay for a Tourist Service Holding AD ticket to Rousse. In Athens, Tourist Service Holding AD departs to Rousse from Karolou 26 . In Rousse, Tourist Service Holding AD arrives at bul. Tsar Osvoboditel 156 .
An average trip on Tourist Service Holding AD from Athens to Rousse takes 16 hours and 30 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 Rousse.
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 Athens to Rousse, and the trip usually takes 20 hours and 0 minutes to complete.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Athens to Ruse
The bus takes an average of 18 hours to cover the 421 miles from Athens to Ruse. However, the fastest bus only takes 16 hours and 30 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.
Because many passengers travel from Athens to Ruse at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Ruse, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 9:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00am. To see the times for all buses from Athens to Ruse, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Athens?
Main departure station: Karolou 26
Athens has two bus stations with service to Rousse.
All bus stations in Athens:
Karolou 26
Pl. Karaiskaki 2
Where does the bus arrive in Ruse?
Main arrival station: bul. Tsar Osvoboditel 156
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Rousse.
All bus stations in Ruse:
bul. Tsar Osvoboditel 156
Tsar Osvoboditel 156
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