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One passenger / one way

  • Departure time: 26 August at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Arrival time: 30 August at
    Destination city: Athens
    Destination location: Lagoumitzi str.
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 August at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Madrid (South)
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Athens
    Destination location: Lagoumitzi str.
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 August at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Arrival time: 1 September at
    Destination city: Athens
    Destination location: Lagoumitzi str.
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Madrid (South)
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Athens
    Destination location: Lagoumitzi str.
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 1 September at
    Departure city: Madrid
    Departure location: Aeropuerto Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas, MAD T4
    Arrival time: 4 September at
    Destination city: Athens
    Destination location: Lagoumitzi str.
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Madrid to Athens: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$350
Average bus trip duration3d 14h
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure00:40
Distance1464 miles
Latest bus departure20:50

Madrid to Athens Bus

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Bus service from Madrid to Athens will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Athens from Madrid, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Madrid - Athens

  1. What's the distance between Madrid and Athens by coach?

    The distance between Madrid and Athens by coach is approximately 1471 miles (2373 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Madrid to Athens without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madrid to Athens as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Madrid and Athens!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Madrid to Athens, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Madrid to Athens.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Madrid to Athens while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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