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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Thessaloniki to Central Athens

Cheapest
4 h 59 min
Car
499 km.
from $27

Transport providers

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Athens
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$216.54

Sky Express

Website:
skyexpress.gr/
Plane from International Airport Thessaloniki Macedonia to Athens
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$216.54

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Thessaloniki to Athens
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.20–$34.39

Bus operators

KTEL Thessalonikis

Phone:
+30 2310 500111
Email:
Website:
ktelthes.gr/
Bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou to Athens
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$52.20

Korona Travel

Phone:
+30 210 92 33 33
Email:
Website:
koronatravel.gr/portal/en/
Bus from Thessaloniki to Athens
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
On demand

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Thessaloníki to Central Athens is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs $54.35 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Thessaloníki and Central Athens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Thessaloniki Monastiriou and arriving at Athens Karaiskaki Square. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Thessaloníki and Central Athens?

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

Is there a direct flight between Thessaloníki and Central Athens?

Yes, there are direct flights between Thessaloníki and Central Athens; these take 50 min and cost $46.74 - $141.30 .

How far is it from Thessaloníki to Central Athens?

The distance between Thessaloníki and Central Athens is 483 km. The road distance is 498.6 km.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Thessaloníki to Central Athens bus from?

Thessaloníki to Central Athens bus services, operated by KTEL Thessalonikis, depart from Thessaloniki Monastiriou station.

Where do I catch the Thessaloníki to Central Athens train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Thessaloníki to Central Athens?

The best way to get from Thessaloníki to Central Athens is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs $9.24 - $29.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $44.54 and takes 6h, you could also fly, which costs $54.35 - $163.04 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Thessaloníki to Central Athens bus arrive?

Thessaloníki to Central Athens bus services, operated by KTEL Thessalonikis, arrive at Athens Karaiskaki Square station.

Where does the Thessaloníki to Central Athens train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thessaloníki to Central Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Thessaloníki to Central Athens is 499 km. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Thessaloníki to Central Athens.

How do I get a bus ticket from Thessaloníki to Central Athens?

Book your Thessaloníki to Central Athens bus tickets online with Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Central Athens?

There are 11841+ hotels available in Central Athens. Prices start at $47.72 per night.
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