The cheapest and fastest buses from Prague to Athens
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€146
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€157
Fastest journey on Sep 17
1 d 17 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 d 22 h 14 m
Buses on Sep 17
7
Distance
1535 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Prague to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Athens will cost around €157 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €146.
It's difficult to get from Prague to Athens without transferring at least 2 times.
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:50 PM41h30Praha, ÚAN Florenc12:20 PMAthens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού)€1461One-way3 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:05 PM41h15Prague, Central Train Station12:20 PMAthens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού)€1461One-way3 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus7:40 AM51h40Praha, Černý Most12:20 PMAthens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού)€1541One-way3 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:50 AM52h30Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská)12:20 PMAthens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού)€1551One-way3 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:55 AM48h25Praha, Na Knížecí12:20 PMAthens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού)€1561One-way3 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus6:05 PM41h15Prague, Central Train Station12:20 PMAthens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού)€1461One-way3 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus5:50 PM41h30Praha, ÚAN Florenc12:20 PMAthens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού)€1461One-way3 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus11:00 AM48h20Praha, Roztyly12:20 PMAthens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού)€1671One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus10:55 AM48h25Praha, Na Knížecí12:20 PMAthens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού)€1561One-way3 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus7:40 AM51h40Praha, Černý Most12:20 PMAthens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού)€1541One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Prague to Athens
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Prague to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €130 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €130, while a bus costs an average of €159.
Distance: 1535 km
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€159 Average price | €130 Average price Cheapest | €468 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
32h 39m Average total duration 32h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 20h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Prague to Athens:
A flight is €29 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Prague to Athens costing on average €159.
Other travel options to Athens take longer:
Bus takes on average 32h 9m.
Live departures
Prague to Athens bus times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Athens buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 AM Prague, Central Train Station | 53h30 | 12:20 PM Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 AM Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) | 52h30 | 12:20 PM Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:40 AM Praha, Černý Most | 51h40 | 12:20 PM Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 AM Praha, Na Knížecí | 48h25 | 12:20 PM Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Praha, Roztyly | 48h20 | 12:20 PM Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Praha, ÚAN Florenc | 41h30 | 12:20 PM Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:05 PM Prague, Central Train Station | 41h15 | 12:20 PM Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) | 3 transfers | |
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Why book with Omio vs Infobus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Infobus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Korona Travel to find the best option for your trip from Prague to Athens.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Prague to Athens
Buses from Prague to Athens run on average 4 times per day, taking around 32h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €110 but you can travel from only €81 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 1535 km distance in 41h 30m.
Distance 1535 km |
Average bus duration 32h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €110 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 41h 30m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: Infobus, FlixBus, Korona Travel from Prague to AthensYou can travel by bus between Prague to Athens with Infobus, FlixBus, Korona Travel for as low as €81. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Prague to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Athens by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Korona Travel
- Up to 30 kg is included in the ticket price.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Korona Travel
- Additional luggage, small shipments, and larger items like electrical appliances can be transported for an extra fee, subject to individual agreement and availability.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Prague to Athens
Most Prague to Athens buses use the Praha, Hlavní Nádraží to Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) station pair. Use this guide to compare Prague and Athens bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Prague station do buses to Athens leave from?
Getting to Praha, Hlavní Nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží bus station facilities and services
Praha, Hlavní Nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Czech Bistro (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bohemian Café (0.2 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and ticketing area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, Hlavní Nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) from Prague city centre
Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) bus station facilities and services
Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská) has practical services for this route, including Taxis.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha, M. Horákové (Hradčanská): Taxis.
Getting to Praha, ÚAN Florenc from Prague city centre
Praha, ÚAN Florenc is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha, ÚAN Florenc bus station facilities and services
Praha, ÚAN Florenc has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Florenc (in the station), Bistro Florenc (0.2 km), Restaurace U Rozvařilů (0.5 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station, offering multiple currency options.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha, ÚAN Florenc: Elevators, ramps.
Which Athens station do buses from Prague arrive at?
Getting to Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) from Athens city centre
Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) is 3 km from Athens city centre. Public transport options include:
Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) bus station facilities and services
Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού). ATMs are available at Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού): Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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