How to get from Athens to Sofya
- 534 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: bus, 13h 30m
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We compared the ways to travel from Athens to Sofya. The most useful door-to-door route takes 15h 02m by train, bus, 2 transfers. The two cities are about 534 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 17, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
534 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €69Older observation | 15h 02m2 transfers | See Train details |
| Bus | €59Omio catalogue, Sep 27 | 13h 30m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Train€69Older observation15h 02m · 2 transfersSee Train details
- Bus€59Omio catalogue, Sep 2713h 30m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Athens to Sofya: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Athens → ThessalonikitrainHellenic Train·5h 12m
- 2Thessaloniki → Sofiabus
ArdaTur·4h 30m - 3Sofia Airport → SofyabusAirport shuttle bus·35m
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Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 11h 20m€59Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sun, Sep 27
Operators seen on these journeys
ArdaTurThessaloniki-Sofia, Athens-SofiaBook →Airport shuttle busSofia Airport-SofyaSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with Hellenic Train, ArdaTur, Airport shuttle bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Athens to Sofya works
Start with a Hellenic Train train from Athens to Thessaloniki, about 5h 12m. Transfer in Thessaloniki and continue by ArdaTur bus on to Sofia (4h 30m). Transfer in Sofia and continue by Airport shuttle bus bus on to Sofya (35 min). In total it's roughly €69 over 15h 2m, 2 transfers.
Athens to Sofya: common questions
How long does it take to get from Athens to Sofya?
The most useful route takes about 15h 02m by train, bus, 2 transfers.
Is there a train from Athens to Sofya?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a bus from Athens to Sofya?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Sofya from Athens?
About 534 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Athens to Sofya cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €69. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Athens to Sofya?
On this route you travel with Hellenic Train, ArdaTur, Airport shuttle bus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Sofya?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Hellenic Train, ArdaTur, Airport shuttle bus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 17 Sep 2026