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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athens to Melissani Cave

Composite routes from Athens to Melissani Cave

Cheapest
6 h 4 min
Car
358 km.
from $19

Transport providers

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cephalonia
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.43–$280.23

Sky Express

Website:
skyexpress.gr/
Plane from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Cephalonia
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.43–$305.71

Train operators

Hellenic Train

Phone:
14511
Website:
hellenictrain.gr/en
Train from Piraeus to Kiato
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.11–$11.20
Bus from Kiato to Patra
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01

Other operators

Levante Ferries

Phone:
+30 210 94 99 400
Email:
info@levanteferries.gr
Website:
levanteferries.com/
Other from Patras to Sami
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$61.89

Ionion P. Lines

Phone:
+30 26740-22111
Email:
ionionplines@gmail.com
Website:
ionionpelagos.com/
Other from Astakós to Sami
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83

Lefkada Palace

Phone:
+30 2645024609
Email:
info@lefkastraveller.gr
Website:
lefkadapalace.com/
Other from Zakynthos to Sami
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.83–$16.56

Bus operators

KTEL Achaias

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

KTEL Kefalonia

Phone:
+30 26710 22281
Email:
info@ktelkefalonias.gr
Website:
ktelkefalonias.gr/en
Bus from Patra Harbor to Sami
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.28–$11.46
Bus from Patra to Argostoli
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.10–$17.83
Bus from Athens - KTEL Liosion street to Argostoli
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.75–$42.03

KTEL Zakythos

Phone:
+302695022255
Email:
info@ktel-zakynthos.gr
Website:
ktel-zakynthos.gr/gr/
Bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Zakynthos
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.30–$43.31

KTEL Aitoloakarnanias

Phone:
+30 26410 54444
Email:
info@ktel-aitolnias.gr
Website:
ktel-aitolnias.gr/el/
Bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Astakós
Ave. Duration:
3h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$48.40

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Melissani Cave?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Melissani Cave is to bus and bus and ferry which costs $32.61 - $44.57 and takes 9h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Melissani Cave?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Melissani Cave is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $103.26 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Melissani Cave?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Melissani Cave. However, there are services departing from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL and arriving at Melissani Cave via Patra and Argostoli. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

How far is it from Athens to Melissani Cave?

The distance between Athens and Melissani Cave is 368 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Melissani Cave without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Melissani Cave without a car is to bus and car ferry which takes 7h 36m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Athens to Melissani Cave?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Athens to Melissani Cave, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Melissani Cave bus from?

Athens to Melissani Cave bus services, operated by KTEL Achaias, depart from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL station.

Where does the Athens to Melissani Cave bus arrive?

Athens to Melissani Cave bus services, operated by KTEL Achaias, arrive at Patras station.

Which airlines fly from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport Airport to Cephalonia International Airport Airport?

Sky Express and Aegean Airlines offer flights from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport Airport to Cephalonia International Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Melissani Cave?

There are 2530+ hotels available in Melissani Cave. Prices start at $37.11 per night.
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