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Three ways to Travel from Athens to Thessaloniki

Composite routes from Athens to Thessaloniki

Cheapest
4 h 59 min
Car
498 km.
from $27
Fastest
1 h 9 min
Plane
Other
4 h 59 min
Rideshare
498 km.
from $18.95

Navigate from Athens to Thessaloniki

Continue onto Ζωοδόχου Πηγής
32 m
Turn left onto Ακαδημίας
50 m
Turn left onto Χαριλάου Τρικούπη
112 m
At roundabout, take exit 3 onto Καραολή και Δημητρίου των Κυπρίων
305 m
Turn slight right onto Αγίου Δημητρίου
43 m
Arrive at destination

Transport providers

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to International
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$62.42–$203.80

Sky Express

Website:
skyexpress.gr/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to International
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$203.80

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Athens to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.92–$34.39

Bus operators

KTEL Thessalonikis

Phone:
+30 2310 500111
Email:
Website:
ktelthes.gr/
Bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$50.94

Korona Travel

Phone:
+30 210 92 33 33
Email:
Website:
koronatravel.gr/portal/en/
Bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
7h 9m
Frequency:
On demand
Bus from Athens to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
7h 9m
Frequency:
On demand

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Thessaloníki is to train which costs $9.24 - $29.35 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Thessaloníki is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $54.35 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Thessaloníki?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL and arriving at Thessaloniki Monastiriou. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Athens and Thessaloníki?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Athens and arriving at Thessaloniki. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Athens to Thessaloníki?

The distance between Athens and Thessaloníki is 483 km. The road distance is 498.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Thessaloníki without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $9.24 - $29.35 .

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

The train from Athens to Thessaloniki takes 4h 53m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Athens to Thessaloníki bus from?

Athens to Thessaloníki bus services, operated by KTEL Thessalonikis, depart from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL station.

Where do I catch the Athens to Thessaloníki train from?

Athens to Thessaloníki train services, operated by Hellenic Train, depart from Athens station.

Train, bus or fly from Athens to Thessaloníki?

The best way to get from Athens to Thessaloníki is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $9.24 - $29.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $43.47 and takes 5h 45m, you could also fly, which costs $54.35 - $152.17 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Athens to Thessaloníki bus arrive?

Athens to Thessaloníki bus services, operated by KTEL Thessalonikis, arrive at Thessaloniki Monastiriou station.

Where does the Athens to Thessaloníki train arrive?

Athens to Thessaloníki train services, operated by Hellenic Train, arrive at Thessaloniki station.

Can I drive from Athens to Thessaloníki?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Thessaloníki is 498 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Athens to Thessaloníki.

Where can I stay near Thessaloníki?

There are 3354+ hotels available in Thessaloníki. Prices start at $46.57 per night.
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