Bucharest to Athens

Bucharest to Athens

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Bucharest to Athens Schedule

Bucharest to Athens Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Transferz Standard 3pax Any timeRON 6,512
Union Ivkoni International Standard AC 23:30 - 20:30RON 416

Transportation from Bucharest to Athens

Facts about the transport from Bucharest to Athens

Cheapest Transport$91
Fastest Transport-1d -1h -15m
Earliest Departure10:40 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day3
Distance1195 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAegean Airlines, Blue Air, Ryanair, Tarom, Union Ivkoni International , Wizz Air

How to get from Bucharest to Athens

When you want to get from Bucharest to Athens, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 102.59. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 90.04.

How far is Bucharest from Athens?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Bucharest to Athens. Your trip will be a total of 743 miles (1195 km). The flying distance is 475 miles (764 km).

How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Athens?

The travel time from Bucharest to Athens can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 15 to 30 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Bucharest to Athens?

The cost of the trip from Bucharest to Athens varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Union Ivkoni International : travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 90.04 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 102.59.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Bucharest to Athens:

  • Bus tickets - USD 90.08 to USD 102.55;
  • Plane tickets - USD 100.61 to USD 291.09;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 1,399.79 to USD 1,957.47.

How many trips per day are there between Bucharest and Athens?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 23:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 3 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Athens. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 100.61.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Bucharest to Athens

Aegean Airlines, Blue Air, Ryanair, Tarom, Wizz Air

Buses

Taking a bus from Bucharest to Athens is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Bucharest to Athens. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 1,399.79.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Bucharest to Athens

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Bucharest to Athens? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.