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Overview: Bus from Athens to Stara Zagora
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Overview Athens → Stara Zagora
The bus route from Athens to Stara Zagora covers a distance of 519 km and has an average duration of 15 hours and 30 minutes. There is one direct bus available each day, departing at 17:30, with the ticket price starting at 65 EUR. Both the first and last bus of the day leaves at the same time.
519 km
Distance
$ 65
Cheapest ticket price
1
Direct buses
15 h 30 min
Average bus duration
15 h 30 min
Fastest bus
1
Buses per day
17:30
First bus
17:30
Last bus
Cheapest alternative travel options:
Plane — from $280Popular Bus Stations from Athens to Stara Zagora
Bus Companies
Found: 12
TS
Tourist Service Holding
Address: 127, Georgi Sava Rakovski Str., Sofia, 1000, Bulgaria
ET
Energy Trans
Address: Kyiv, Simona Petlury 32
KK
KTEL Kefalonia
Address: Antoni Tritsi 5, GR28100, Argostoli KEFALONIA
CI
Citylines
Address: Mechka Str. 35, Sofia 1330, Bulgaria
KK
KTEL Kavala
Address: Metropolitan Chryssostomou 4, TR 65403 Kavala, Greece
AT
Arda-Tur (Арда-Тур)
Address: Saedinenie 45, 6300 Haskovo, Bulgaria
GP
Group Plus
Address: Tsar Ivan Shishman 17, Sofia, Bulgaria
KA
KTEL Argolidas
Address: 37, Mpoumpoulinas Str, Nafplio, Greece, P.O. 2110037, Mpoumpoulinas Str, Nafplio, Greece, P.O. 21100
UI
Union Ivkoni - Unibus
Address: Shishman str. 17, Sofia 1000, Bulgaria
KL
KLR
Address: Khmelnitskiy city, Vinnytske shose 12/2D
NO
Nomago
Address: Vosnjakova ulica 3,1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
KK
KTEL Korinthia
Address: DIMOKRATIAS 4, 20100, Corinth
TS
Tourist Service Holding
127, Georgi Sava Rakovski Str., Sofia, 1000, Bulgaria
+35929310062
+35929310062
FAQ’s
Bus from Athens to Stara Zagora
Stara Zagora, located in central Bulgaria, is known for its rich history and significant archaeological sites, including the ancient Roman forum and the nearby Thracian tombs. Visitors often explore the city's parks and cultural landmarks, such as the Stara Zagora Art Gallery and the Regional History Museum. The city also hosts various festivals, providing insight into local traditions and contemporary Bulgarian culture. Public transportation is accessible, making it easy to navigate the area.
What is the distance between Athens and Stara Zagora?
The distance is 519 km.
How long does the bus journey take from Athens to Stara Zagora?
The average bus duration is 15 hours and 30 minutes.
What is the cheapest ticket price for this route?
The cheapest ticket price is 65 EUR.
How many buses operate daily on this route?
There is 1 bus per day on this route.
What time does the bus leave Athens for Stara Zagora?
The bus departs at 17:30.
Are there any intermediate stops on the route?
Intermediate stops may differ between departures; please check the route details on the booking page.
What is the luggage allowance for this bus?
Typically, you can bring 1 suitcase and 1 piece of hand luggage, but this may vary by carrier and fare.
Is Wi-Fi available on the bus?
Wi-Fi availability depends on the bus class, which is shown during the booking process.