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Bus Athens — Bucharest
Bus Athens – Bucharest: route information
The Athens – Bucharest route is one of the popular directions of international bus transportation in Europe. Regular bus services from Athens to Bucharest provide convenient and affordable connections between the capital of Greece and the capital of Romania. Passengers choose this route for visiting cities, business trips, tourism and recreation in the Balkans.
Tickets for the Athens – Bucharest bus can be purchased online on the Compass-group website, which guarantees convenient booking and reliability. The journey is characterized by comfort: modern buses are equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning and toilets. The Athens – Bucharest route passes through picturesque regions of Southern and Eastern Europe, offering passengers unforgettable travel experiences.
Schedule of buses Athens – Bucharest
The schedule of buses Athens – Bucharest includes daily routes, allowing passengers to choose the most convenient departure time. Available flights at various times: morning, daytime and night buses. Morning departures are popular among those who want to see the beauty of the route, while night flights are optimal for saving time and hotel costs.
When the bus departs from Athens – Bucharest, you can easily check online on the Compass-group portal service. The system provides up-to-date information about all available routes, arrival and departure times. The Athens – Bucharest bus schedule is updated regularly, allowing you to book a seat at the most convenient time for each passenger.
Ticket price Athens – Bucharest
The ticket price for Athens – Bucharest depends on several factors: travel date, chosen carrier, season and demand level. During the high tourism season, prices may be higher, while in the low season more favorable offers are available. How much the ticket costs for Athens – Bucharest can be found through search on the website and selection of a specific flight.
Cheap tickets Athens – Bucharest are often offered with early booking. A ticket for the Athens – Bucharest bus can be purchased with significant savings if you choose less popular departure times or book Monday through Thursday. The price comparison system on Compass-group helps find the most favorable options for any budget.
Distance Athens – Bucharest and travel time
The distance Athens – Bucharest is approximately 1100–1150 kilometers depending on the specific route. How long to travel Athens – Bucharest by bus depends on the number of stops, road conditions and speed of travel. Overall, travel time for Athens – Bucharest is 18–22 hours for direct or nearly direct routes.
The actual travel time may vary depending on the route, including whether the flight passes through the territory of Bulgaria or Serbia. Modern air-conditioned buses make the journey more comfortable despite its length. Flight schedules take into account optimal arrival times at the destination in Bucharest.
How to buy a ticket Athens – Bucharest online
Buying a ticket for Athens – Bucharest is simple: visit the Compass-group website, select the date and route direction. The system will automatically show all available routes with departure and arrival times and cost. Booking tickets for Athens – Bucharest takes only a few minutes.
Online tickets for Athens – Bucharest can be issued by filling out a form with personal information and selecting a payment method. The system supports various payment methods for convenience. After confirming the payment, you will receive an electronic ticket to the specified email address, which can be printed or shown in mobile format when boarding.
Useful information about the Athens – Bucharest route
How long to travel by bus Athens – Bucharest
The typical duration of the journey is 18–22 hours for direct routes. The time depends on the route (through Bulgaria or Serbia), the number and duration of stops for the driver to rest. Night flights are often the optimal option, as passengers can sleep for part of the time.
What is the distance between Athens and Bucharest
The straight-line distance is about 800 km, but the bus route is longer – 1100–1150 km. The route passes through Bulgaria towards Romania, following major transport corridors. The exact length depends on the chosen carrier and auxiliary route points.
When do buses depart from Athens – Bucharest
Buses depart daily at various times. Morning routes are available (6–9 am), daytime (12–4 pm) and night (7–11 pm). The frequency of routes allows you to choose the most convenient option according to your schedule and preferences.
How to find cheap tickets Athens – Bucharest
The most economical options are available when booking 1–2 weeks before the trip. Flights on Tuesday–Thursday are often cheaper than weekends. Subscribe to special offers notifications on the Compass-group website and receive information about ticket discounts for buses on this route.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Compass Group provides a 10% discount for military personnel on all bus routes throughout Ukraine and abroad.
The discount applies regardless of the selected carrier, because it is provided by Compass Group itself, not the carrier. Separately, a client can additionally secure a discount from the carrier if it exists in the system, thus significantly reducing the ticket price!
Yes, Compass Group has a profitable loyalty bonus system for registered users. Immediately after registration, a client receives 300 bonus hryvnias to their account. Cashback is accrued for each trip, which can be accumulated — the return rate is from 5% to 10% depending on user activity. Accumulated bonuses can be used to pay for subsequent trips: cover up to 50% of the ticket price or even pay the full ticket price with bonuses.
Yes. Compass Group provides support seven days a week from 9:00 to 21:00.
Our consultants will help you choose a flight, provide details about your trip, and assist with ticket booking.
You can reach us via Viber, Telegram, email or book a ticket independently on our website. All current phone numbers and contact information are listed in the «Contacts» section.
At Compass Group, there are rules that a client has the right to transfer their previously purchased ticket provided they pay 20% of the ticket price! Carriers reserve the right to refuse to agree to transfer funds to another ticket and each request is processed individually
During the holiday period and during high/low season from 01.09.2025 to 15.01.2026, certain carriers change the rules for providing transportation services. It is during this time that a large number of passenger transportations occur and in order for each passenger to be sure of receiving their seat on the bus, and for the carrier to have a clear understanding of the number of passengers, the purchase of a reserved ticket is established! Therefore, our employees contact our clients and provide payment details in advance for the ticket! Also, when it is low season and there are few passengers on the flight, carriers establish advance sales to understand that buses will not travel unnecessarily according to the schedule.
No, it's not necessary. It's enough to show your bookings from your device (phone, tablet, etc.) or tell the driver your last name and first name when boarding!
The "Book" button informs the client that for the given flight, they can create a ticket/tickets for themselves for the trip and before confirmation choose a payment option for themselves. There are two payment options for the fare: Option 1. Payment when boarding the bus. Option 2. Make the ticket payment immediately when booking.
No, it is not necessary. Payment for the ticket/tickets is made directly when boarding the bus. An exception is group bookings of 3 or more people, according to the rules after booking our employee will contact you and provide payment details for 1 ticket of your choice. After all, passengers also need to provide a travel guarantee. If clients change their plans, the funds are returned with advance notice!
On the website during booking, you need to select your desired calculation currency: hryvnia, zloty, crowns, dollars or euros. Cash payment is accepted on all flights.
To get a ticket, you need to select a flight from/to, travel date and perform a search. From the suggested options, set the payment currency and choose a convenient flight for you, enter personal data as required by the website. After entering the data, the system will create tickets that need to be downloaded to your device, they will also be displayed in your personal account.
After booking a ticket/tickets within 1-3 days, our employee will contact you to confirm the booking. Provided that you have provided correct contact information - mobile phone, Viber or email. If within 3 days from the moment of booking or a day before departure we fail to contact you - your booking will be considered cancelled. Bookings confirmed by the manager are valid until the moment of departure!
The amount of luggage per person should not exceed 30kg + 5kg of hand luggage, and should also have dimensions of 40*60*90 cm. Please note that the carrier has the full right to refuse a bus passenger to transport hand luggage or baggage if this baggage blocks the passage in the transport for other passengers, or does not comply with the quantity and dimensions.
All our clients receive SMS notification one day before departure or on the day of departure about the bus license plate number and the platform number from which the departure will be made.
We do not engage in this type of activity and do not provide transportation services for them. Our services are provided exclusively for finding convenient flights for people who are traveling between different countries.
In case of booking tickets with an animal, you must call the hotline to get advice on animal transportation! We also draw your attention to the fact that booking is provided for animals weighing no more than 5 kg!
When planning a trip with an animal, we strongly recommend preparing in advance a foreign veterinary passport with marks of vaccinations and an implanted chip, a portable bag or cage with a solid bottom, as well as ensuring the availability of clean drinking water.
All information about the flight, including the exact departure address, departure time is displayed on the ticket that you receive after booking on the website.
In case you need more information, you need to contact the hotline!
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