What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Mount Athos?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Mount Athos is to train which costs €22 - €35 and takes 5h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Mount Athos?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Mount Athos is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs €50 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Mount Athos?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL and arriving at Thessaloniki Monastiriou. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct ferry between Athens and Mount Athos?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Port of Piraeus and arriving at Thessaloniki. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 27h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Athens and Mount Athos?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Athens and arriving at Thessaloniki. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Athens to Mount Athos?

The distance between Athens and Mount Athos is 483 km. The road distance is 478.9 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Athens to Mount Athos?

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How do I travel from Athens to Mount Athos without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Mount Athos without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs €22 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Athens to Mount Athos?

The train from Athens to Thessaloniki takes 5h 12m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Athens to Mount Athos bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Athens to Mount Athos train from?

Athens to Mount Athos train services, operated by Hellenic Train S.A., depart from Athens station.

Train, bus or fly from Athens to Mount Athos?

The best way to get from Athens to Mount Athos is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €45 and takes 5h 45m, you could also fly, which costs €50 - €130 and takes 3h 7m.

Where does the Athens to Mount Athos bus arrive?

Athens to Mount Athos bus services, operated by KTEL Thessalonikis, arrive at Thessaloniki Monastiriou station.

Where does the Athens to Mount Athos train arrive?

Athens to Mount Athos train services, operated by Hellenic Train S.A., arrive at Thessaloniki station.

Can I drive from Athens to Mount Athos?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Mount Athos is 479 km. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Athens to Mount Athos.

Where can I stay near Mount Athos?

There are 3842+ hotels available in Mount Athos.

Athens to Mount Athos - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Athens to Mount Athos by train, bus, ferry, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
5h 12m
€22–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Thessaloniki Monastirioubus
5h 45m
€8–45
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Port of Piraeus to Thessalonikiferry Bsf
27h 50m
€160–370
Drive 478.9 km
1. Drive from Athens to Thessaloníkicar 478.9 km
5h 18m
€87–126
Fly
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)plane ATH - SKG
3h 7m
€54–129

Athens to Mount Athos by train

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5h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 482.6 km
Duration: 5h 12m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Mount Athos, Greece?

Hellenic Train S.A. operates a train from Athens to Thessaloniki twice daily. Tickets cost €22–35 and the journey takes 5h 12m. Alternatively, KTEL Thessalonikis operates a bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Thessaloniki Monastiriou every 3 hours. Tickets cost €8–45 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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