Thessaloniki to Athens

Thessaloniki to Athens

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Thessaloniki to Athens Schedule

Thessaloniki to Athens Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Union Ivkoni International Standard AC 01:00 - 08:15€ 64.96
Sky Express Economy #GQ39302:45 - 03:50€ 64.26
Sky Express Economy #GQ39107:10 - 08:03€ 51
Hellenic Seaways Deck Space 09:00 - 11:55€ 97.10
Aegean Airlines Economy #A311111:25 - 12:20€ 59.08
Sky Express Economy #GQ38312:10 - 13:05€ 90.78
Aegean Airlines Economy #A311714:50 - 15:40€ 70.21
Aegean Airlines Economy #A311916:25 - 17:20€ 89.83
Sky Express Economy #GQ38518:30 - 19:25€ 144.84
Aegean Airlines Economy #A312721:25 - 22:20€ 59.08
Aegean Airlines Economy #A312922:20 - 23:10€ 41.49

Transportation from Thessaloniki to Athens

Facts about the transport from Thessaloniki to Athens

Cheapest Transport$70
Fastest Transport44m
Earliest Departure1:00 ص
Latest Departure11:15 م
Departures per day17
Distance1346 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAegean Airlines, Daytrip, Hellenic Seaways, Sky Express, Union Ivkoni International

Thessaloniki to Athens Destination Reviews

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I had to change trains during my trip, and the process was relatively smooth, minimizing disruptions.
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How to get from Thessaloniki to Athens

When you want to get from Thessaloniki to Athens, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Ferry ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 872.04. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 72.02.

How far is Thessaloniki from Athens?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Thessaloniki to Athens. Your trip will be a total of 837 miles (1346 km). The flying distance is 388 miles (624 km).

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

The travel time from Thessaloniki to Athens can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 27 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Thessaloniki to Athens?

The cost of the trip from Thessaloniki to Athens varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sky Express: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 72.02 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 872.04.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Thessaloniki to Athens:

  • Bus price: USD 69.54 - USD 70.61. From Thessaloniki to Athens starting from 01:00 Thessaloniki KTEL Macedonia until 01:15 Monastiriou Bus Stop
  • Plane tickets - USD 71.68 to USD 155.13;
  • Ferry tickets - USD 103.77 to USD 125.17.

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 573.44 to USD 871.92.

How many trips per day are there between Thessaloniki and Athens?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Thessaloniki to Athens depart during the day - there are approximately 7 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Thessaloniki to Athens any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Thessaloniki to Athens. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 71.68.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Thessaloniki to Athens

Aegean Airlines, Sky Express

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Thessaloniki to Athens. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 573.44.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Ferries

Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Thessaloniki to Athens as it combines transportation and sightseeing to some extent.

However, with these upsides in mind, you should still understand ferry travel is not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness it may be an unpleasant experience. As a rule, a ferry journey isn’t the cheapest way to travel During the high season ferry tickets might be hard to get, so you should always book in advance when possible.

Things to remember: ferry rides are dependent on weather conditions..

The most popular transport from Thessaloniki to Athens

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Thessaloniki to Athens? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 100% users took a plane.