Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Karolou str. | Avtogara Yug | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Athens Chiou | Plovdiv Central Railway Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Athens Chiou | Plovdiv Central Railway Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Karolou str. | Sever | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Karolou str. | Sever | No tags |
Get from Athens to Plovdiv
The journey takes about 14 hours, and with fares starting at just R 1 307, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Athens and Plovdiv?
Stops in Athens
- AAkominatou 36, Athina 104 38, Greece
- BLagoumitzi 63-65, Athina 117 44, Greece
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Atheny
Ilia Iliou 68-70, Athina 117 44, Greece - D
Sidirodromon
Sidirodromon 1, Athina 104 44, Greece - E
Evelpidon
Evelpidon 11Α, Athina 113 62, Greece
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Athens to Plovdiv by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Athens to Plovdiv cost?
The bus ticket price from Athens to Plovdiv starts at R 1 307. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Athens to Plovdiv is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Athens to Plovdiv?
The average travel time between Athens and Plovdiv is around 14h, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 30m. This is the time it takes to travel the 472 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Athens and Plovdiv?
The number of buses from Athens to Plovdiv can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Athens to Plovdiv by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Athens to Plovdiv?
When taking the bus from Athens to Plovdiv, you can travel comfortably and safely with Arda Tur, Infobus, Karat-S.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Athens to Plovdiv?
Buses travelling between Athens and Plovdiv leave from 34-36 Akominatu str. or Lagoumitzi str. and arrive at Sever.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Athens to Plovdiv was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 270To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Athens to Plovdiv as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 270 to R 1 276 for a bus ticket from Athens to Plovdiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 274, which is on 2025-11-23.
