Sandanski to Athens bus with Ourbus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Sandanski to Athens

Showing times and prices for Dec 03

Cheapest price

€50

Average price

€50

Fastest journey

9 h 45 m

Average duration

9 h 45 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

400 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sandanski to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Sandanski to Athens will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €50.

Fast buses

Of the 1 buses that leave Sandanski for Athens on Wed, Dec 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Dec 03 the direct buses cover the 400 km distance in an average of 9 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .

On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest buses will take 9 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Infobus
07:15AM9h45
Sandanski
05:00PMAthens
€501One-way
0 transfers

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Sandanski to Athens bus times

The table below shows live departures for Sandanski to Athens buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 8:21 PM
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ams_infobus7:15 AM Sandanski
9h45
5:00 PM Athens0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Sandanski to Athens

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Buses from Sandanski to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €41 if you book in advance.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 400 km distance in 10h 0m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
400 km
Average bus duration
10h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
€41
Buses per day
1
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
10h 0m
First bus
02:35
Last bus
23:30
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Ourbus, ArdaTur, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, Union Ivkoni from Sandanski to AthensYou can travel by bus between Sandanski to Athens with Ourbus, ArdaTur, Union Ivkoni - Unibus, Union Ivkoni for as low as €41. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Ourbus

About
Union Ivkoni International is a prominent bus company based in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1992. It is recognized as the largest bus carrier in Bulgaria and a leader in bus transport across Europe. The company offers extensive services, including regular bus lines, bus rentals, and bus tours, with over 715 daily departures to more than 100 towns in Bulgaria and over 150 towns in Central and Western Europe, Greece, and Turkey. Union Ivkoni also operates its own tourist brand, Uni Holidays, providing various excursions, vacations, and plane tickets.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 45m
Cheapest Price
€39
Ourbus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
Additional luggage
10 USD per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Service animals allowed.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
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ArdaTur

About
ArdaTur is a bus company based in Haskovo, Bulgaria, established in 1991. It offers extensive bus services across seven countries, including Bulgaria, Greece, Turkey, Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Germany. ArdaTur operates over 233 daily departures, primarily from major cities like Istanbul, Sofia, and Thessaloniki, providing both intercity and regional routes. The company emphasizes passenger comfort with amenities such as Wi-Fi, restrooms, individual monitors, and complimentary food and drinks on international lines. ArdaTur maintains a modern fleet of over 80 luxury buses and has its own garage and service facility to ensure vehicle reliability and safety.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 0m
Cheapest Price
€45
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage up to 15 kg and two pieces of checked luggage up to 35 kg each are included.
Additional luggage
Additional baggage or cargo is accepted for transport if there is free space and for a separate charge.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket class, individual trips, or promotions, with refunds ranging from 50% to 100% depending on the time before departure, and no refunds for cancellations less than 24 hours prior.
Refund
If the trip is delayed through the fault of the carrier, 100% of the ticket value and compensation for direct costs to the place of departure will be refunded with supporting documents.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are possible when buying a ticket or at Arda Tur offices up to 24 hours before departure during weak periods and 72 hours during busy periods.
Toilets
Accessibility
Passengers with disabilities receive discounts and priority seating, and folding wheelchairs are transported free of charge with advance registration.
Bikes
Only foldable bikes are allowed.

Union Ivkoni - Unibus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 0m
Union Ivkoni - Unibus frequency
1 a day

Union Ivkoni

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
12h 30m
Cheapest Price
€33
Union Ivkoni frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Sandanski to Athens

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sandanski 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Sandanski to Athens can start from as little as €25 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Sandanski to Athens is €42; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Sandanski to Athens coach time is 9 h   covering the 399 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Sandanski to Athens leaves at 08: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Sandanski to Athens leaves at 23: 30.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Sandanski to Athens without having to change trains with Union Ivkoni - Unibus. There is 1 direct coach from Sandanski to Athens each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Sandanski to Athens coach with Ourbus, ArdaTur, Union Ivkoni - Unibus or Union Ivkoni. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the journey between Sandanski and Athens as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Sandanski to Athens by coach is November.
You have options as you can travel between Sandanski and Athens 2 different ways: coach or ferry.
No, the coach from Sandanski to Athens has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Sandanski to Athens.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Sandanski to Athens.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Sandanski to Athens.
    No, luggage for the coach from Sandanski to Athens needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Sandanski to Athens.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Sandanski to Athens.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Sandanski to Athens.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Sandanski to Athens.

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    Popular bus stations from Sandanski to Athens

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    The major bus station for departures in Sandanski is Sandanski, Happy Bar & Grill (Сандански, Happy Bar & Grill). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Sandanski, Happy Bar & Grill (Сандански, Happy Bar & Grill) for your trip from Sandanski to Athens.
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