Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Stara Zagora Avtobusna Zupynka | Athens Chiou | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | 34-36 Akominatu str. | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Atheny Parking Tourist Service | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Karolou str. | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Starza Zagora avtobusna spirka | Karolou str. | No tags |
Get from Stara Zagora to Athens
The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just £45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Stara Zagora and Athens?
Stops in Stara Zagora
- A
Stara Zagora Avtobusna Zupynka
bul. Slavjanski 64, 6002 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria - B
General Gurko
ul. "General Gurko" 46, 6000 Stara Zagora Centre, Stara Zagora, Bulgaria - Cbul. Slavjanski 45, 6002 Stara Zagora, Bulgaria
Stops in Athens
- AAkominatou 36, Athina 104 38, Greece
- BLagoumitzi 63-65, Athina 117 44, Greece
- C
Atheny
Ilia Iliou 68-70, Athina 117 44, Greece - D
Sidirodromon
Sidirodromon 1, Athina 104 44, Greece - E
Evelpidon
Evelpidon 11Α, Athina 113 62, Greece
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Stara Zagora to Athens
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Stara Zagora to Athens?
The cheapest coach tickets from Stara Zagora to Athens start from £45. The average price for this route is around £70. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Stara Zagora to Athens?
The average bus journey time from Stara Zagora to Athens is 16h 30m, covering a distance of 322 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 16h 25m and is operated by Infobus.
Which bus companies service the Stara Zagora to Athens route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Tourist Service Holding, Karat-S, Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Stara Zagora to Athens?
The earliest bus departs from Stara Zagora to Athens at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 14:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Stara Zagora to Athens?
A bus journey from Stara Zagora to Athens produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Stara Zagora to Athens?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Tourist Service Holding, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 50 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Stara Zagora to Athens?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Stara Zagora to Athens?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Stara Zagora to Athens?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Stara Zagora to Athens was searched and found on 3 Feb 2026 with a price of £56To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Stara Zagora to Athens as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £56 to £66 for a bus ticket from Stara Zagora to Athens based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £66, which is on 2026-02-06.
