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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Paestum is to fly and train which costs €45 - €190 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Paestum is to fly and train which takes 6h 58m and costs €45 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Paestum?

No, there is no direct bus from Athens to Paestum. However, there are services departing from Athens and arriving at Paestum via Rrogozhinë, Bari and Fisciano - Terminal Universita. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h.

How far is it from Athens to Paestum?

The distance between Athens and Paestum is 1023 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Paestum without a car is to bus and bus and ferry and train which takes 20h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Athens to Paestum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Paestum bus from?

Athens to Paestum bus services, operated by Art Tour, depart from Athens station.

Where does the Athens to Paestum bus arrive?

Athens to Paestum bus services, operated by Art Tour, arrive at Rrogozhinë station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Paestum?

Paestum is 1h behind Athens. It is currently 9:44 PM in Athens and 8:44 PM in Paestum.

Where can I stay near Paestum?

There are 2066+ hotels available in Paestum.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Athens to Paestum by plane, train, car, car ferry, bus, or busferry

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

Fly to Naples Airport, train
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1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Naples Airport (NAP)plane ATH - NAP
2. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Paestumtrain
6h 58m
€47–182
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Athens to Port of Igoumenitsacar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Igoumenitsa to Port of Baricarferry
3. Drive from Port Of Bari to Paestumcar
18h 47m
€171–260
Bus, bus and ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Athens to Rrogozhinëbus
2. Take the busferry from Rrogozhinë to Bari Portobusferry
3. Take the bus from Bari to Napoli P.zza Garibaldibus 571 / ...
4. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Paestumtrain Re
20h 40m
Fly to Fiumicino International Airport, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO)plane ATH - FCO
2. Take the train from Roma Termini to Napoli Centraletrain
3. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Paestumtrain
9h 6m
€85–235
Fly to Salerno Costa D'Amalfi Airport, train
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Salerno Costa D'Amalfi Airport (QSR)plane ATH - QSR
2. Take the train from Salerno to Paestumtrain
15h 57m
€83–286
Bus, bus and ferry, Leonetti Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Rrogozhinëbus
2. Take the busferry from Rrogozhinë to Bari Portobusferry
3. Take the bus from Bari to Fiscianobus
4. Take the bus from Fisciano - Terminal Universita to Paestumbus 35 / ...
21h
Train, bus, bus and ferry
1. Take the train from Athens to Larissatrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Larisa to Elbasanbus
3. Take the busferry from Elbasan to Bari Portobusferry
4. Take the bus from Bari-Porto to Napoli P.zza Garibaldibus
5. Take the train from Napoli Centrale to Paestumtrain Re
21h 39m
Bus, bus and ferry, Leonetti Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Athens to Fierbus
2. Take the busferry from Fier to Bari Portobusferry
3. Take the bus from Bari to Salerno - Piazza Montpellierbus
4. Take the train from Salerno to Paestumtrain Re
22h 59m
Bus and ferry, car ferry, bus, train
1. Take the busferry from Athens - KTEL Liosion Street to Samibusferry
2. Take the car ferry from Sami to Port of Baricarferry
3. Take the bus from Bari Porto to Salerno, Terminal Bus Vinciprovabus
4. Take the train from Salerno to Paestumtrain Re
32h 59m
€123–139

Athens International Airport (ATH) to Naples Airport (NAP) flights

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Map of how to get from Athens to Paestum.

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Distance: 1,023.1 km
Duration: 6h 58m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Paestum, Italy?

There is no direct connection from Athens to Paestum. However, you can take the subway to Στ.Αεροδρομιου, walk to Athens International Airport (ATH) airport, fly to Naples Airport (NAP), walk to Napoli - Capodichino Aeroporto, take the bus to Napoli P.zza Garibaldi, walk to Napoli Centrale, then take the train to Paestum. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Athens to Paestum via Port of Igoumenitsa and Port Of Bari in around 18h 47m.

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