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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Galata to Athens

Composite routes from Galata to Athens

Cheapest
11 h 24 min
Car
1089 km.
from $59
Fastest
1 h 45 min
Plane
Other
5 h 11 min
Train, Plane
561 km.
from $206.21
17 h 7 min
Bus, Train
561 km.
from $64.93

Transport providers

Airlines

Aegean Airlines

Website:
en.aegeanair.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.17–$636.93

Pegasus Airlines

Website:
flypgs.com/
Plane from Sabiha Gökçen International Airport to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.23–$242.03

Turkish Airlines

Website:
turkishairlines.com/
Plane from Istanbul to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.17–$636.93

Sky Express

Website:
skyexpress.gr/
Plane from Istanbul to Athens
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$267.51

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

Istanbul Ulasim

Phone:
+90 850 252 88 00
Email:
info@metro.istanbul
Website:
metro.istanbul/
Train from Sishane to Gayrettepe
Ave. Duration:
12 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.48

Bus operators

Crazy Holidays

Phone:
+30 2310241545
Email:
crazy.holidays.tours@gmail.com
Website:
crazyholidays.gr/root.en.aspx
Bus from Istanbul to Athens
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$95.54–$140.12

Arda Tur

Phone:
0700 20 544
Website:
ardatur.bg
Bus from Istanbul Esenler Otogari to Thessaloniki
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$36.94–$53.50

Metro Turizm

Phone:
0850 222 34 55
Email:
iletisim@metroturizm.com.tr
Website:
metroturizm.com.tr/en
Bus from Istanbul Alibeyköy to Ayvalik
Ave. Duration:
7h 53m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$21.66

Other operators

Blue Star Ferries

Phone:
+302108919800
Email:
bluestarferries@bluestarferries.com
Website:
bluestarferries.com/en-gb/
Other from Mytilene to Port
Ave. Duration:
16h 20m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$56.05–$140.12

Hellenic Seaways

Phone:
+30 210 89 19 800
Email:
hellenicseaways@hellenicseaways.gr
Website:
hellenicseaways.gr/
Other from Mytilene to Port
Ave. Duration:
12h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.05–$152.86

Jalem Tur

Phone:
0545 783 50 61
Email:
info@jalemtur.com
Website:
jalemtur.com/
Other from Port of Ayvalik to Mytilene
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.08

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Galata to Athens is to bus and train which costs $41.30 - $76.09 and takes 17h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Galata to Athens is to Metro and fly which takes 5h 11m and costs $81.52 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Galata and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Galata to Athens. However, there are services departing from Perşembe Pazarı and arriving at Athens via Istanbul. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 9m.

How far is it from Galata to Athens?

The distance between Galata and Athens is 626 km. The road distance is 1090.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Galata to Athens without a car is to bus and train which takes 17h 7m and costs $41.30 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Galata to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Galata to Athens bus from?

Galata to Athens bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, depart from Istanbul station.

Bus or fly from Galata to Athens?

The best way to get from Galata to Athens is to fly which takes 5h 26m and costs $108.70 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $81.52 - $130.43 and takes 17h 9m.

Where does the Galata to Athens bus arrive?

Galata to Athens bus services, operated by Crazy Holidays, arrive at Athens station.

What is the time difference between Galata and Athens?

Athens is 1h behind Galata. It is currently 08:12 in Galata and 07:12 in Athens.

Can I drive from Galata to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Galata to Athens is 1090 km. It takes approximately 11h 34m to drive from Galata to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 11776+ hotels available in Athens. Prices start at $47.72 per night.
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