How to get from Split to Athens
- 884 km as the crow flies
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We compared the ways to travel from Split to Athens. The most useful door-to-door route takes 52h 57m by bus, train, 4 transfers. The two cities are about 884 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.
884 km
Split to Athens: 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.
- 1Split → Slavonski Brodbus
FlixBus·9h 30m - 2Slavonski Brod → OsijekbusFlixBus·1h 15m
- 3Osijek → SofiabusFlixBus·10h 05m
- 4Sofia → Thessalonikibus
ArdaTur·5h 05m - 5Thessaloniki → AthenstrainHellenic Train·5h 08m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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Flight prices by day, Split to Athens
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€53Departure and arrival
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusSplit-Slavonski Brod, Slavonski Brod-Osijek, Osijek-SofiaBook →ArdaTurSofia-ThessalonikiBook →Hellenic TrainThessaloniki-AthensBook →On this route you travel with FlixBus, ArdaTur, Hellenic Train; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Split to Athens works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Split to Slavonski Brod, about 9h 30m. Transfer in Slavonski Brod and continue by FlixBus bus on to Osijek (1h 15m). Transfer in Osijek and continue by FlixBus bus on to Sofia (10h 5m). Transfer in Sofia and continue by ArdaTur bus on to Thessaloniki (5h 5m). Transfer in Thessaloniki and continue by Hellenic Train train on to Athens (5h 8m). In total it's roughly €145 over 52h 57m, 4 transfers.
Split to Athens: common questions
How long does it take to get from Split to Athens?
The most useful route takes about 52h 57m by bus, train, 4 transfers.
Is there a bus from Split to Athens?
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.
Is there a train from Split to Athens?
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.
How far is Athens from Split?
About 884 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Split to Athens cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €145. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Split to Athens?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, ArdaTur, Hellenic Train.
What is the cheapest way to get from Split to Athens?
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: FlixBus, ArdaTur, Hellenic Train
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026
Prices checked: 17 Sep 2026