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

The cheapest way to get from Berlin to Athens is to fly which costs €75 - €240 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Berlin to Athens is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs €75 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Berlin and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Berlin to Athens. However, there are services departing from Berlin Alexanderplatz and arriving at Athens via Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 49m.

How far is it from Berlin to Athens?

The distance between Berlin and Athens is 1858 km. The road distance is 2234.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Berlin to Athens without a car is to bus via Tirana which takes 29h 49m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Berlin to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Berlin to Athens bus from?

Berlin to Athens bus services, operated by Armend Tours, depart from Berlin Alexanderplatz station.

Bus or fly from Berlin to Athens?

The best way to get from Berlin to Athens is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs €75 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus via Tirana, which costs and takes 29h 49m.

Where does the Berlin to Athens bus arrive?

Berlin to Athens bus services, operated by Armend Tours, arrive at Tirana station.

What is the time difference between Berlin and Athens?

Athens is 1h ahead of Berlin. It is currently 10:40 AM in Berlin and 11:40 AM in Athens.

Can I drive from Berlin to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Berlin to Athens is 2234 km. It takes approximately 23h 38m to drive from Berlin to Athens.

How do I get a bus ticket from Berlin to Athens?

Book your Berlin to Athens bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 13173+ hotels available in Athens.

Berlin to Athens - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Berlin to Athens by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane BER - ATH
6h 20m
€76–239
Bus via Tirana
1. Take the bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Tiranabus
2. Take the bus from Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave to Athensbus
29h 49m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Berlin Hbf to Děčín hlavní nádražítrain 27
2. Take the train from Decin Hlavni Nadrazi to Praha Hlavni Nadrazitrain Re / ...
3. Take the train from Prague Main Train Station to Budapest Délitrain
4. Take the bus from Budapest to Thessaloníkibus
5. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Athenstrain Ic
33h
€177–320
Drive 2,234.1 km
1. Drive from Berlin to Athenscar 2,234.1 km
23h 38m
€417–602
Bus
1. Take the bus from Berlin, Zentralen Omnibusbahnhof to Praha, ÚAN Florencbus 260 / ...
2. Take the bus from Praha, ÚAN Florenc to Athensbus
36h 20m
€118–131

Berlin to Athens by bus

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Distance: 1,857.8 km
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Berlin, Germany and Athens, Greece?

Ryanair, Aegean Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) to Athens International Airport (ATH) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Berlin Alexanderplatz to Athens via Tirana and Tirana, Terminali Lindor I Autobusave in around 29h 49m.

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