Bus Bucharest to Athens: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Bucharest to Athens

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

today

$57

tomorrow

Wednesday

$57

Thursday

Friday

$67

Saturday

$57

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	20h 30m	11:30 PM	Bucharest	Militari Bus Station	8:00 PM	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	$57	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Bus Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 4/20/2026 11:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 4/21/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
	Union Ivkoni	20h 45m	11:15 PM	Bucharest	Militari Bus Station	8:00 PM	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	$67	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Bus Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 4/20/2026 11:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 4/21/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	20h 30m	11:30 PM	Bucharest	Militari Bus Station	8:00 PM	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	$57	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Bus Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 4/22/2026 11:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 4/23/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
	Union Ivkoni	20h 45m	11:15 PM	Bucharest	Militari Bus Station	8:00 PM	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	$67	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Bus Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 4/22/2026 11:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 4/23/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	20h 45m	11:15 PM	Bucharest	Militari Bus Station	8:00 PM	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	$67	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Bus Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 4/24/2026 11:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 4/25/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 45m

Did you know that if you travel from Bucharest to Athens via Sofia, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Union Ivkoni
  
  20h 30m
  
  0
  
  11:30 PM
  
  Bucharest
  Militari Bus Station
  
  6:50 AM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $12
  
  A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Bus Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 4/24/2026 11:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/25/2026 6:50:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 20m
- Union Ivkoni
  
  12h 30m
  
  0
  
  7:30 AM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  8:00 PM
  
  Athens
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $44
  
  A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 4/25/2026 7:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 4/25/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $44 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 30m
Travel Time is 0h 15m shorter, and you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	20h 30m	11:30 PM	Bucharest	Militari Bus Station	8:00 PM	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	$57	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Bus Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 4/25/2026 11:30:00 PM to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 4/26/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $57 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
	Union Ivkoni	20h 45m	11:15 PM	Bucharest	Militari Bus Station	8:00 PM	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	$67	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Bus Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 4/25/2026 11:15:00 PM to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 4/26/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $67 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 45m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Bucharest to Athens is $57 on 4/20/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Bucharest to Athens

Compare all providers like Union Ivkoni that travel 2 times every day by bus from Bucharest to Athens in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bucharest to Athens starting from $57!

Cheapest Bus	$57
Fastest Bus	20h 30m
Earliest Bus	11:15 PM
Latest Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	462.1 miles
Bus Companies	Union Ivkoni

Cheapest bus connections from Bucharest to Athens

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Bucharest for Athens: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 04/19

Monday 04/20

$57

Tuesday 04/21

Wednesday 04/22

$57

Thursday 04/23

Friday 04/24

$67

Saturday 04/25

$57

Sunday 04/26

Monday 04/27

$57

Tuesday 04/28

Wednesday 04/29

$67

Thursday 04/30

Friday 05/01

$68

Saturday 05/02

$68

Sunday 05/03

Monday 05/04

$67

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

Saturday 05/09

$68

Sunday 05/10

Monday 05/11

$67

Tuesday 05/12

Wednesday 05/13

$67

Thursday 05/14

Friday 05/15

$69

Saturday 05/16

How to save money travelling from Bucharest to Athens

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 Bucharest to Athens 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 Bucharest to Athens, 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 Bucharest to Athens are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Bucharest to Athens

These are the most booked bus companies between Bucharest to Athens from our users.

Union Ivkoni from Bucharest to Athens

Here you will find the key facts about the Union Ivkoni bus route Bucharest to Athens:

Cheapest Price	$57
Fastest Bus	20h 30m
Earliest Bus	11:15 PM
Last Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	4/3/2026

All bus stations and stops in Bucharest and Athens

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

Militari Bus Station

north station

Strada Gheorghe Polizu

Filaret

Strada Constantin Istrati

Gara de Nord Bus Station

Gara de Nord Gara de Nord

Central Station

Bus Stop

Leof. Eleftheriou Venizelou 69

Leoforou Kifisou

Acharnon

Acharnon 12

Aspropyrgos Town Hall

Skaramagas Eko Shipyard Bus Stop

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bucharest to Athens

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

FAQs about the Bucharest to Athens bus

How much does a Bucharest Athens bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $57 and takes 20h 30m to reach Athens. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $57 and $67. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Athens.

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

Every day, the Bucharest to Athens bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Bucharest to Athens is offered by Union Ivkoni and takes 20h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $57. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bucharest to Athens?

The earliest bus arriving in Athens from Bucharest starts at 11:15 PM. 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 Bucharest to Athens?

The latest bus trip departing from Bucharest for Athens starts at 11:30 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 Bucharest Athens route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Athens?

You can check all the direct connections between Bucharest and Athens 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.

What can I take with me on the Bucharest to Athens 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 Bucharest Athens 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 Bucharest Athens 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 Bucharest to Athens on your planned travel date.

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

Basic

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

More bus routes to Bucharest and to Athens

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