Bus and Coach from Bucharest to Athens: Compare all prices

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 or Maks Trans LTD for the next days.

today

tomorrow

£42

Tuesday

Wednesday

£51

Thursday

Friday

£48

Saturday

£42

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	20h 30m	23:30	Bucharest	Militari Coach Station	20:00	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	£42	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Coach Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 02/02/2026 23:30:00 to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 03/02/2026 20:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
	Union Ivkoni	20h 45m	23:15	Bucharest	Militari Coach Station	20:00	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	£49	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Coach Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 02/02/2026 23:15:00 to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 03/02/2026 20:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £49 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 45m	23:15	Bucharest	Militari Coach Station	20:00	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	£51	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Coach Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 04/02/2026 23:15:00 to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 05/02/2026 20:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 45m
	Union Ivkoni	20h 30m	23:30	Bucharest	Militari Coach Station	20:00	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	£51	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Coach Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 04/02/2026 23:30:00 to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 05/02/2026 20:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £51 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Union Ivkoni	20h 30m	23:30	Bucharest	Militari Coach Station	20:00	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	£48	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Coach Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 06/02/2026 23:30:00 to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 07/02/2026 20:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £48 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
	Union Ivkoni	20h 45m	23:15	Bucharest	Militari Coach Station	20:00	Athens	Bus Stop		Basic	£57	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Coach Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 06/02/2026 23:15:00 to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 07/02/2026 20:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Union Ivkoni	20h 30m	23:30	Bucharest	Militari Coach Station	20:00	Athens	Bus Stop	Basic	£42	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Coach Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 07/02/2026 23:30:00 to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 08/02/2026 20:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £42 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 30m
Union Ivkoni	20h 45m	23:15	Bucharest	Militari Coach Station	20:00	Athens	Bus Stop	Basic	£49	A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Militari Coach Station, Bucharest (Romania) at 07/02/2026 23:15:00 to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 08/02/2026 20:00:00. 50 Basic ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 45m
Maks Trans LTD	19h 0m	10:00	Bucharest	north station	05:00	Athens	Bus Stop	Economy	£68	A Bus from Maks Trans LTD goes from north station, Bucharest (Romania) at 07/02/2026 10:00:00 to Bus Stop, Athens (Greece) arriving at 08/02/2026 05:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £68 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 0m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Bucharest to Athens is £42 on 28/01/2026. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Bucharest and Athens

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

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 5 daily coaches from Bucharest to Athens. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Bucharest and Athens.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 16 coaches from Bucharest to Athens, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Bucharest and Athens, with 1 offers.

Facts about coaches from Bucharest to Athens

Compare all providers like Union Ivkoni and Maks Trans LTD that travel 4 times every day by bus from Bucharest to Athens in one click! Book your bus ticket from Bucharest to Athens starting from £42!

Cheapest Bus	£42
Fastest Bus	19h 0m
Earliest Coach	23:15
Latest Coach	23:30
Daily Bus Connections	4 Ø
Distance	743.5 km
Coach Companies	Union Ivkoni and Maks Trans LTD

Cheapest coach connections from Bucharest to Athens

Every day, 4 buses from 2 coach companies leave Bucharest for Athens: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/02/2026 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 26/01

Tuesday 27/01

Wednesday 28/01

Thursday 29/01

Friday 30/01

Saturday 31/01

Sunday 01/02

Monday 02/02

£42

Tuesday 03/02

Wednesday 04/02

£56

Thursday 05/02

Friday 06/02

£48

Saturday 07/02

£42

Sunday 08/02

Monday 09/02

£42

Tuesday 10/02

Wednesday 11/02

Thursday 12/02

Friday 13/02

£42

Saturday 14/02

Sunday 15/02

Monday 16/02

£42

Tuesday 17/02

Wednesday 18/02

Thursday 19/02

Friday 20/02

£42

Saturday 21/02

£42

Sunday 22/02

The cheapest time to travel from Bucharest to Athens

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

With a price starting from £42, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bucharest to Athens. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £51.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bucharest to Athens, with £42. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £67.

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 coaches 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	£42
Fastest Coach	20h 30m
Earliest Coach	23:15
Last Coach	23:30
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	01/02/2026

All bus stations and stops in Bucharest and Athens

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Bucharest and Athens.

Militari Coach Station

north station

Strada Gheorghe Polizu

Filaret

Strada Constantin Istrati

Gara de Nord Coach 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

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bucharest to Athens? Compare all modes of transports from Bucharest to Athens.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Bucharest to Athens

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches 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 coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bucharest - Athens bus trip is available from £42 and takes 20h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

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

The connection Bucharest to Athens is offered by 2 companies with ticket prices ranging from £42 to £68. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Bucharest - Athens route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Bucharest to Athens is offered by roughly 4 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Athens from Bucharest take?

The quickest coach from Bucharest to Athens is provided by Maks Trans LTD and takes 19h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £68. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Bucharest to Athens?

The earliest bus to Athens departs from Bucharest at 23:15. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Bucharest to Athens?

The latest bus to Athens departs from Bucharest at 23:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Bucharest - Athens route?

Passengers looking to travel from Bucharest to Athens can travel with Union Ivkoni and Maks Trans LTD. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best 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 and Maks Trans LTD.

What can I take with me on the bus to Athens from Bucharest?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Bucharest Athens bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach 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 travelling 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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Bucharest to Athens?

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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.

Economy

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

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!