Zakynthos to Athens Buses

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Duration	4h 30m
Distance	250 km
Average price	€28
Frequency	3/day

Trip overview

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Zakynthos

Athens

The bus between Zakynthos and Athens takes 4h 30m. The bus service runs several times per day from Zakynthos to Athens. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

Bus and ferry

Zakynthos
Athens

4h 30m

€18 - €29

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Zakynthos to Athens bus times

Buses run three times a day between Zakynthos and Athens. The earliest departure is at 05:00 in the morning, and the last departure from Zakynthos is at 13:30 which arrives into Athens at 18:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 27, 2025

KTEL Zakythos

Departing Friday, November 28, 2025

Departing Saturday, November 29, 2025

Departing Sunday, November 30, 2025

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Zakynthos to Athens? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport?, What is the quickest option?, How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Is there a direct bus between Zakynthos and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zakynthos and arriving at Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

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How far is it from Zakynthos to Athens?

The distance between Zakynthos and Athens is 247 km.

Where do I catch the Zakynthos to Athens bus from?

Zakynthos to Athens bus services, operated by KTEL Zakythos, depart from Zakynthos station.

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Where does the Zakynthos to Athens bus arrive?

Zakynthos to Athens bus services, operated by KTEL Zakythos, arrive at Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL station.

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Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12286+ hotels available in Athens.

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What companies run services between Zakynthos and Athens?

KTEL Zakythos operates a vehicle from Zakynthos to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL 3 times a day. Tickets cost €18 - €29 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

Bus operators

KTEL Zakythos

Ave. Duration

4h 30m

Frequency

3 times a day

Estimated price

€18 - €29