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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Athens Center to Thessaloniki

Composite routes from Athens Center to Thessaloniki

Cheapest
5 h
Car
499 km.
from $27

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:
$63.69–$216.54

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:
$11.20–$34.39

Bus operators

KTEL Thessalonikis

Phone:
+30 2310 500111
Email:
ktel2310@gmail.com
Website:
ktelthes.gr/
Bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$52.20

Korona Travel

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Athens Center to Thessaloníki is to train which costs $10.33 - $31.52 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens Center to Thessaloníki is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $54.35 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Athens Center and Thessaloníki?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens Center to Thessaloníki. However, there are services departing from Αφετηρια and arriving at Thessaloniki Monastiriou via Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Athens Center and Thessaloníki?

No, there is no direct train from Athens Center to Thessaloníki. However, there are services departing from Στ.Πανεπιστημιο and arriving at Thessaloniki via Athens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Athens Center to Thessaloníki?

The distance between Athens Center and Thessaloníki is 348 km. The road distance is 499.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens Center to Thessaloníki without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs $10.33 - $31.52 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Athens Center to Thessaloníki, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Athens Center to Thessaloníki?

The best way to get from Athens Center to Thessaloníki is to fly which takes 3h 28m and costs $54.35 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10.33 - $31.52 and takes 5h 56m, you could also bus via Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL, which costs $45.83 and takes 7h 5m.

Where does the Athens Center to Thessaloníki bus arrive?

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

Where does the Athens Center to Thessaloníki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athens Center to Thessaloníki?

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

Where can I stay near Thessaloníki?

There are 3361+ hotels available in Thessaloníki. Prices start at $47.72 per night.
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