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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Ohrid is to bus which costs $75 - $110 and takes 17h.

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 Elbasan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 29m.

How far is it from Athens to Ohrid?

The distance between Athens and Ohrid is 819 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 bus which takes 11h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 11h 29m 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 Metro Euro Tirane, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Ohrid bus arrive?

Athens to Ohrid bus services, operated by Metro Euro Tirane, arrive at Elbasan station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Ohrid?

Ohrid is 1h behind Athens. It is currently 7:53 AM in Athens and 6:53 AM 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 1272+ hotels available in Ohrid.

Athens to Ohrid - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Athens to Ohrid by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Athens to Elbasanbus
2. Take the bus from Elbasan to Ohridbus
11h 29m
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Athens to Elbasanbus
2. Take the bus from Elbasan to Ohridbus
17h
$79–105
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
Fly to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza, bus
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA)plane ATH - TIA
2. Take the bus from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave to Elbasanbus
3. Take the bus from Elbasan to Ohridbus
8h 29m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athens to Larissatrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Larisa to Elbasanbus
3. Take the bus from Elbasan to Ohridbus
12h
Bus via Sarandë
1. Take the bus from Athens to Sarande,Posta Shqiptarebus
2. Take the bus from Sarandë to Ohridbus
14h
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 Vlorëbus
3. Take the bus from Vlorë to Ohridbus
11h 1m
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 4m
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
$96–314

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA) flights

26Weekly Planes

1h 51mAverage Duration

$32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 818.7 km
Duration: 11h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Athens to Ohrid via Elbasan and Elbasan in around 11h 29m.

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