The cheapest and fastest buses from Varna to Athens
Cheapest price
€75
Average price
€77
Fastest journey
21 h 25 m
Average duration
22 h 13 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
680 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Varna to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Varna to Athens will cost around €77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €75.
Of the 2 buses that leave Varna for Athens on Sun, Dec 14, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 14 the direct buses cover the 680 km distance in an average of 22 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 25 m .
On Sun, Dec 14 the slowest buses will take 23 h 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Varna to Athens
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Varna to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €70, and a flight costs an average of €75.
Distance: 680 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€74 Average price Cheapest | €226 Average price |
22h 46m Average total duration 22h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Varna to Athens bus times
The table below shows live departures for Varna to Athens buses for today, Saturday, December 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 | 4:30 AM Varna | 23h00 | 3:30 AM Athens (Αθήνα) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Varna to Athens
Buses from Varna to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 22h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €70 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 17:30. The fastest bus covers the 680 km distance in 21h 30m.
Distance 680 km |
Average bus duration 22h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €70 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 21h 30m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 17:30 |
Bus providers: ArdaTur, City Lines, Infobus, Avtoekspres from Varna to AthensYou can travel by bus between Varna to Athens with ArdaTur, City Lines, Infobus, Avtoekspres for as low as €70. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Varna to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Varna 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.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Varna, Avtogara (Варна, Aвтогара), which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Athens Chiou, located 0.6 miles (906 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Varna to Athens
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Varna (in the station)
- Bistro Bulgaria (0.5 km)
- Restaurant Sea View (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 14, 22, 41, 148
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