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

The cheapest way to get from Athens Center to Patras is to train and bus which costs €9 - €16 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens Center to Patras is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Athens Center and Patras?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens Center to Patras. However, there are services departing from Εφετειο and arriving at Patras via Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Athens Center to Patras?

The distance between Athens Center and Patras is 220 km. The road distance is 211 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens Center to Patras without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 48m and costs €9 - €16.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Athens Center to Patras, including transfers.

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

Athens Center to Patras bus services, operated by KTEL of Achaia S.A., depart from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL station.

Where does the Athens Center to Patras bus arrive?

Athens Center to Patras bus services, operated by KTEL of Achaia S.A., arrive at Patras station.

Can I drive from Athens Center to Patras?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens Center to Patras is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Athens Center to Patras.

Where can I stay near Patras?

There are 115+ hotels available in Patras.

Athens Center to Patras - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Athens Center to Patras by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Athens to Kiatotrain Re
2. Take the bus from Kiato to Patrabus C4e / ...
3h 48m
€10–16
Train, bus via Aígio
1. Take the train from Athens to Kiatotrain Re
2. Take the train from Kiato to Aegiontrain Re
3. Take the bus from Aígio to Patrasbus
4h 27m
€12–20
Drive 211 km
1. Drive from Athens Center to Patrascar 211 km
2h 12m
€38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Patrasbus
4h 19m
€19–24
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Patrasbus X1
4h 19m
€18–25

Athens Center to Patras by train and bus

66Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

€10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220.1 km
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Athens Center, Greece and Patras, Greece?

KTEL of Achaia S.A. operates a bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Patras hourly. Tickets cost €18–23 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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