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What is the best way to travel from Athens to Bucharest?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Bucharest from Athens. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
18h 45m
£43
£54
5
Flight
1h 35m
£32
£83
64

What is the cheapest way to reach Bucharest from Athens?

You can reach Bucharest with just £32 by taking a Flight from LC Perú, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £61
Saturday
from £52
Sunday
from £45
Monday
from £43
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £32
Thursday

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:45
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £61
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:45
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £61
  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:15
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £63
  • Maks Trans LTD
    18h 45m
    0
    08:00
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    02:45
    Bucharest
    north station
    0
    Maks Trans LTD
    Economy
    £71

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:15
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £52
  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:15
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £55
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:45
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £61
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:45
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £61

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:15
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £45
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 30m
    0
    09:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £45
  • Union Ivkoni
    37h 30m
    0
    18:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £49
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:45
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £52
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Aegean Airlines
    5h 30m
    0
    08:45
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    14:15
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from £63
  • Ryanair
    6h 25m
    0
    18:45
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    01:10
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £73
  • Wizz Air
    21h 35m
    0
    23:45
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    21:20
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    0
    Wizz Air
    Economy
    from £87
  • Sky Express SA
    6h 5m
    0
    15:15
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    21:20
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    0
    Sky Express SA
    Economy
    from £91
  • LC Perú
    12h 20m
    0
    22:35
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    10:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £96
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 0m
    0
    10:45
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    18:45
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £100

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Union Ivkoni
    37h 30m
    0
    18:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £43
  • Union Ivkoni
    37h 30m
    0
    18:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £43
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 30m
    0
    09:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £45
  • Maks Trans LTD
    18h 45m
    0
    08:00
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    02:45
    Bucharest
    north station
    0
    Maks Trans LTD
    Economy
    £71
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • LC Perú
    1h 40m
    0
    14:10
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    15:50
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £52
  • LC Perú
    18h 35m
    0
    21:20
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    15:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £63
  • TAROM
    1h 35m
    0
    19:10
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    20:45
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £71
  • Aegean Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    18:45
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    20:20
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from £77
  • Bulgaria Air
    11h 5m
    0
    04:30
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    15:35
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Bulgaria Air
    Economy
    from £118
  • Air Serbia
    23h 30m
    0
    15:50
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    15:20
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from £119

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • LC Perú
    1h 40m
    0
    14:10
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    15:50
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £32
  • LC Perú
    10h 30m
    0
    21:20
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    07:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £44
  • Ryanair
    16h 15m
    0
    18:55
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    11:10
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £47
  • Aegean Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    08:25
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    10:00
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from £94
  • ITA Airways
    6h 5m
    0
    19:25
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    01:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    ITA Airways
    Economy
    from £94
  • Turkish Airlines
    7h 15m
    0
    13:10
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    20:25
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £154
  • Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 30m
    0
    09:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £45
  • Union Ivkoni
    37h 30m
    0
    18:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £49

What are the fastest trips from Athens to Bucharest?

You can get to Bucharest from Athens in just 1h 35m with a Flight from TAROM. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 18h 45m
Saturday
from 21h 45m
Sunday
from 1h 35m
Monday
from 1h 35m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 1h 35m
Thursday

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • Maks Trans LTD
    18h 45m
    0
    08:00
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    02:45
    Bucharest
    north station
    0
    Maks Trans LTD
    Economy
    £71
  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:15
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £63
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:45
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £61
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:45
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £61

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:15
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £52
  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:15
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £55
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:45
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £61
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:45
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £61

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • TAROM
    1h 35m
    0
    19:55
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    21:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £104
  • Aegean Airlines
    5h 30m
    0
    08:45
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    14:15
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from £63
  • Sky Express SA
    6h 5m
    0
    15:15
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    21:20
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    0
    Sky Express SA
    Economy
    from £91
  • Ryanair
    6h 25m
    0
    18:45
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    01:10
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £73
  • EasyJet Airline
    8h 0m
    0
    10:45
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    18:45
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    EasyJet Airline
    Economy
    from £100
  • LC Perú
    12h 20m
    0
    22:35
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    10:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £96
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Union Ivkoni
    21h 45m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:15
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £45
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 15m
    0
    07:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    05:45
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £52
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 30m
    0
    09:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £45
  • Union Ivkoni
    37h 30m
    0
    18:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £49

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • TAROM
    1h 35m
    0
    19:10
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    20:45
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    TAROM
    Economy
    from £71
  • Aegean Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    18:45
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    20:20
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from £77
  • LC Perú
    1h 40m
    0
    14:10
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    15:50
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £52
  • Bulgaria Air
    11h 5m
    0
    04:30
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    15:35
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Bulgaria Air
    Economy
    from £118
  • LC Perú
    18h 35m
    0
    21:20
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    15:55
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £63
  • Air Serbia
    23h 30m
    0
    15:50
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    15:20
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Air Serbia
    Economy
    from £119
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Maks Trans LTD
    18h 45m
    0
    08:00
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    02:45
    Bucharest
    north station
    0
    Maks Trans LTD
    Economy
    £71
  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 30m
    0
    09:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £45
  • Union Ivkoni
    37h 30m
    0
    18:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £43
  • Union Ivkoni
    37h 30m
    0
    18:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Militari Coach Station
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £43

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Aegean Airlines
    1h 35m
    0
    08:25
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    10:00
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Aegean Airlines
    Economy
    from £94
  • LC Perú
    1h 40m
    0
    14:10
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    15:50
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    Aurel Vlaicu International Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £32
  • ITA Airways
    6h 5m
    0
    19:25
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    01:30
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    ITA Airways
    Economy
    from £94
  • Turkish Airlines
    7h 15m
    0
    13:10
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    20:25
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Turkish Airlines
    Economy
    from £154
  • LC Perú
    10h 30m
    0
    21:20
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    07:50
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    LC Perú
    Economy
    from £44
  • Ryanair
    16h 15m
    0
    18:55
    Athens Airport
    Athens Airport
    11:10
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    Bucharest Henri Coandǎ Airport
    0
    Ryanair
    Economy
    from £47
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Union Ivkoni
    22h 30m
    0
    09:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £45
  • Union Ivkoni
    37h 30m
    0
    18:30
    Athens
    Bus Stop
    08:00
    Bucharest
    Piata Buzesti
    0
    Union Ivkoni
    Basic
    £49
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Athens to Bucharest

What are the most popular stations in Athens and Bucharest?

In Athens, you will usually depart from Bus Stop, Leoforou Kifisou or Aigyptou Coach Station, while in Bucharest you will be arriving at north station, Dr. Constantin Istrati Coach Stop or Militari Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Bucharest from Athens? With 7 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Athens and Bucharest, you can pay as low as £32 with a Flight from LC Perú.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from TAROM: you will get to Bucharest in just 1h 35m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Athens and Bucharest are Union Ivkoni, LC Perú and Aegean Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Athens and Bucharest is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Dafni or to Fundeni, and look at flights from Athens Airport, and landing at Aurel Vlaicu International Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Athens to Bucharest?

The most popular companies between Athens and Bucharest, are Union Ivkoni, LC Perú and Aegean Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Union Ivkoni and Maks Trans LTD

Airlines: LC Perú, Aegean Airlines, Ryanair and 8 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Athens to Bucharest

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Athens to Bucharest. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Athens to Bucharest

How can I reach Bucharest from Athens?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Bucharest from Athens.

How far is Bucharest from Athens?

The distance between Athens and Bucharest is 743.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Athens and Bucharest?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 20 kgs of CO2, a train 26 kgs, a car 126 kgs, and a flight 183 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Athens to Bucharest?

You can get to Bucharest with just £32 by taking a Flight from LC Perú.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Bucharest?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Bucharest in just 1h 35m with a Flight from TAROM.

More routes to Athens and to Bucharest

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Athens and to Bucharest. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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