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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Athens to Burgas from various bus operators like Union Ivkoni or Arda Tur for the next days.

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Saturday

$56

Sunday

$66

Monday

$76

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	22h 15m	8:15 AM	Athens	Bus Stop	6:30 AM	Burgas	Bus Station South		Basic	$56	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) at 5/9/2026 8:15:00 AM to Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) arriving at 5/10/2026 6:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	21h 35m	8:15 AM	Athens	Bus Stop	5:50 AM	Burgas	Bus Station South		Basic	$66	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) at 5/10/2026 8:15:00 AM to Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) arriving at 5/11/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $66 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	18h 20m	5:30 PM	Athens	Acharnon	11:50 AM	Burgas	Bus Station South		Economy	$76	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Acharnon, Athens (Greece) at 5/11/2026 5:30:00 PM to Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) arriving at 5/12/2026 11:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $76 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 20m

Did you know that if you travel from Athens to Burgas via Sofia, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Union Ivkoni
  
  21h 35m
  
  0
  
  8:15 AM
  
  Athens
  Bus Stop
  
  9:30 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $43
  
  A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) at 5/6/2026 8:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 5/6/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
- Union Ivkoni
  
  6h 20m
  
  0
  
  11:30 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  5:50 AM
  
  Burgas
  Bus Station South
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $19
  
  A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 5/6/2026 11:30:00 PM to Bus Station South, Burgas (Bulgaria) arriving at 5/7/2026 5:50:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $19 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 20m
Travel time is 3h 15m longer, but you will save $14

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Athens to Burgas is $55 on 5/12/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Athens and Burgas

See here how frequent the connections between Athens and Burgas are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 1 daily buses from Athens to Burgas. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Athens and Burgas.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 2 buses from Athens to Burgas, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Athens and Burgas, with 1 offers.

Facts about the bus from Athens to Burgas

Compare all providers like Union Ivkoni and Arda Tur that travel 1 times every day by bus from Athens to Burgas in one click! Book your bus ticket from Athens to Burgas starting from $55!

Cheapest Bus	$55
Fastest Bus	18h 20m
Earliest Bus	8:15 AM
Latest Bus	5:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	369.4 miles
Bus Companies	Union Ivkoni and Arda Tur

Cheapest bus connections from Athens to Burgas

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Athens for Burgas: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/05/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 05/03

Monday 05/04

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

Saturday 05/09

$56

Sunday 05/10

$66

Monday 05/11

$76

Tuesday 05/12

$55

Wednesday 05/13

$56

Thursday 05/14

Friday 05/15

$55

Saturday 05/16

Sunday 05/17

Monday 05/18

Tuesday 05/19

Wednesday 05/20

$57

Thursday 05/21

$76

Friday 05/22

Saturday 05/23

Sunday 05/24

$56

Monday 05/25

$76

Tuesday 05/26

$56

Wednesday 05/27

$56

Thursday 05/28

Friday 05/29

$56

Saturday 05/30

The cheapest time to travel from Athens to Burgas

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Athens to Burgas, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $56, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Athens to Burgas. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $76.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Athens to Burgas, with $56. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $75.

How to save money travelling from Athens to Burgas

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Athens to Burgas in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Athens to Burgas, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Athens to Burgas are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Athens and Burgas

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Athens and Burgas.

Bus Stop

Leof. Eleftheriou Venizelou 69

Leoforou Kifisou

Acharnon

Acharnon 12

Aspropyrgos Town Hall

Skaramagas Eko Shipyard Bus Stop

Bus Station South

pl. "Tsaritsa Yoanna"

Central Bus Station

ulitsa "Knyaz Alexander Batenberg"

Bourgas BS West Bus Station

ulitsa "Maritsa" 2

Bus Station Petrol Station Lukoil

Hotel Kotva

Service and Comfort on the bus from Athens to Burgas

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Athens to Burgas? Or which bus companies serve the route Athens to Burgas? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Athens to Burgas bus

How much does a Athens Burgas bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $55 and takes 22h 15m to reach Burgas. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Athens to Burgas?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $55 and $76. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Burgas.

On average, how many connections are available from Athens to Burgas each day?

Every day, the Athens to Burgas bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Athens to Burgas take?

The fastest bus from Athens to Burgas is offered by Arda Tur and takes 18h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $76. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Athens to Burgas?

The earliest bus arriving in Burgas from Athens starts at 8:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Athens to Burgas?

The latest bus trip departing from Athens for Burgas starts at 5:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Athens Burgas route?

When traveling by bus from Athens to Burgas, passengers can travel with Union Ivkoni and Arda Tur. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Burgas?

You can check all the direct connections between Athens and Burgas by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Union Ivkoni and Arda Tur.

What can I take with me on the Athens to Burgas bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Athens Burgas bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Athens Burgas bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Athens to Burgas on your planned travel date.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Athens to Burgas

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Athens and to Burgas

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Athens and to Burgas. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!