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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Ohrid is to fly and bus which costs $45 - $170 and takes 9h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Ohrid is to drive which takes 7h 18m and costs $120 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Ohrid?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Ohrid. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Ohrid via Sarandë. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Athens to Ohrid?

The distance between Athens and Ohrid is 638 km. The road distance is 580.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Ohrid without a car is to train and bus via Gevgelija which takes 12h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 38m to get from Athens to Ohrid, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Ohrid bus from?

Athens to Ohrid bus services, operated by Ahmeti Travel, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Ohrid bus arrive?

Athens to Ohrid bus services, operated by Ahmeti Travel, arrive at Sarande,Posta Shqiptare station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Ohrid?

Ohrid is 1h behind Athens. It is currently 12:26 AM in Athens and 11:26 PM in Ohrid.

Can I drive from Athens to Ohrid?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Ohrid is 581 km. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Athens to Ohrid.

Where can I stay near Ohrid?

There are 1433+ hotels available in Ohrid.

Athens to Ohrid - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Athens to Ohrid by train, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Athens to Larissatrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Larisa to Pogradecbus
9h 38m
Fly to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA)plane ATH - TIA
2. Take the bus from Elbasan to Ohridbus
9h 11m
$45–167
Train, bus via Gevgelija
1. Take the train from Athens to Thessalonikitrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Gevgelijabus
3. Take the train from Gevgelija to Negotinotrain
4. Take the bus from Negotino to Ohridbus
12h 52m
Drive 580.5 km
1. Drive from Athens to Ohridcar 580.5 km
7h 18m
$122–176
Bus via Sarandë
1. Take the bus from Athens to Sarande,Posta Shqiptarebus
2. Take the bus from Sarandë to Ohridbus
14h
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Elbasanbus
2. Take the bus from Elbasan to Ohridbus
17h 47m
$77–103
Fly to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, bus, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)plane ATH - SKG
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki to Gevgelijabus
3. Take the train from Gevgelija to Negotinotrain
4. Take the bus from Negotino to Ohridbus
11h 7m
Fly to Ioannina National Airport, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Ioannina National Airport (IOA)plane ATH - IOA
2. Take the bus from Ioannina to Gjirokastërbus
3. Take the bus from Gjirokastër to Sarandëbus
4. Take the bus from Sarandë to Ohridbus
11h 19m
Fly to Skopje International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Skopje International Airport (SKP)plane ATH - SKP
2. Take the bus from Skopje, Transporten Centar to Ohridbus
11h 19m
$100–312

Athens to Ohrid by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

17h 47mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 638 km
Duration: 9h 38m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Ohrid, North Macedonia?

You can take a bus from Athens to Ohrid via Sarande,Posta Shqiptare and Sarandë in around 14h.

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