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Athens to Gjirokastër

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5 h 46 min
499 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Athens to Gjirokastër

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Cheapest
By car (499 km)
5 h 46 min
499 km.
from $27
Fastest
Plane to Gjirokastër (Ioannis Kapodistrias Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
5 h 46 min
499 km.
from $18.98
Train, Bus
6 h 59 min
386 km.
Bus via Tríkala
10 h 15 min
386 km.
from $68.83
Bus, Plane (Fly to Ioannina National Airport)
5 h 5 min
386 km.
from $10.87
Bus
7 h 33 min
386 km.
Bus via Patras
11 h 6 min
386 km.
from $5.43
Bus, Plane (Fly to Corfu International Airport)
7 h 37 min
386 km.
from $122.47

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Corfu
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$54.77–$407.61

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Ioannina
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.90–$343.92
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Corfu
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$267.49

Sky Express

Website:
skyexpress.gr/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Corfu
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.42–$216.54

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Athens to Paleofarsalos
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.20–$20.38

Bus operators

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Trikala to Gjirokastër
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.21–$61.14

Liko & Kosta Tours

Phone:
+355 69 661 4303
Email:
Website:
likokostatours.weebly.com/
Bus from Kardítsa to Gjirokastër
Ave. Duration:
2h 39m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Bus from Ioannina to Gjirokastër
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Bus from Trikala to Gjirokastër
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week

KTEL Achaias

Phone:
+30 2610 623 888
Email:
Website:
ktelachaias.gr/
Bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Patras
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.93–$29.30

Trans Butrinti

Phone:
+355 69 587 3466
Website:
facebook.com/butrintitraveltours
Bus from Sarandë to Gjirokastër
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.97

Top Lines

Phone:
+2105203350
Website:
top-lines.gr/en/
Bus from Patras to Gjirokastër
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily

KTEL Ioanninon

Phone:
+30 26510 25014
Email:
Website:
ktelioannina.gr/
Bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Ioannina
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$47.13–$61.14

KTEL Trikala

Phone:
(+30) 24310 73130
Email:
Website:
ktel-trikala.gr/en/homepage_en/
Bus from Athens - KTEL Liosion street to Trikala
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$29.30–$40.76

Other operators

Ionian Seaways

Phone:
+30 26610 38690
Email:
Website:
ionianseaways.com/
Other from Port of Corfu to Sarandë
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.58–$32.49

Albania Luxury Ferries

Phone:
+30 26610 49800
Email:
Website:
ferryhopper.com/en/ferry-operators/albania-luxury-ferries
Other from Port of Corfu to Sarandë
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours

Finikas Lines

Phone:
+355 85 22 6057
Email:
Website:
finikas-lines.com/
Other from Port of Corfu to Sarandë
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.00–$37.50

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Gjirokastër?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Gjirokastër is to bus via Tríkala which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 10h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Gjirokastër?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Gjirokastër is to drive which takes 5h 42m and costs $103.26 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Gjirokastër?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Gjirokastër. However, there are services departing from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL and arriving at Gjirokastër via Ioannina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.

How far is it from Athens to Gjirokastër?

The distance between Athens and Gjirokastër is 564 km. The road distance is 505.6 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Gjirokastër without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Gjirokastër without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 59m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Athens to Gjirokastër?

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Athens to Gjirokastër, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Gjirokastër bus from?

Athens to Gjirokastër bus services, operated by KTEL Ioanninon, depart from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL station.

Where does the Athens to Gjirokastër bus arrive?

Athens to Gjirokastër bus services, operated by KTEL Ioanninon, arrive at Ioannina station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Gjirokastër?

Gjirokastër is 1h behind Athens. It is currently 06:00 in Athens and 05:00 in Gjirokastër.

Can I drive from Athens to Gjirokastër?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Gjirokastër is 506 km. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Athens to Gjirokastër.

Where can I stay near Gjirokastër?

There are 508+ hotels available in Gjirokastër. Prices start at $21.21 per night.
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