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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Patras is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Patras?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL and arriving at Patras. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Athens to Patras?

The distance between Athens and Patras is 208 km. The road distance is 210.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Athens to Patras without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs €16 - €24.

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

The bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Patras takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Athens to Patras bus from?

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

Where does the Athens to Patras bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Athens to Patras?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Patras is 211 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Athens to Patras.

Where can I stay near Patras?

There are 732+ hotels available in Patras.

Athens to Patras - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Athens to Patras by bus, car, or train

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, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Patrasbus
3h 30m
€16–24
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Athens to Kiatotrain Re
2. Take the bus from Kiato to Patrabus C4e / ...
3h 48m
€10–16
Drive 210.7 km
1. Drive from Athens to Patrascar 210.7 km
2h 11m
€38–55
Bus via Corinth
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Isthmosbus
2. Take the bus from Isthmos to Patrasbus
4h 22m
€15–29

Athens to Patras by bus

175Weekly Buses

3h 30mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Athens, 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. KTEL Kerkyras also services this route once daily.

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