What is the cheapest way to get from Central Athens to Meteora?

The cheapest way to get from Central Athens to Meteora is to train and bus which costs €16 - €27 and takes 7h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Athens to Meteora?

The fastest way to get from Central Athens to Meteora is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Central Athens and Meteora?

No, there is no direct bus from Central Athens to Meteora. However, there are services departing from Στουρναρη and arriving at Kalampáka via Athens - KTEL Liosion Street and Trikala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Central Athens to Meteora?

The distance between Central Athens and Meteora is 364 km. The road distance is 335.8 km.

How do I travel from Central Athens to Meteora without a car?

The best way to get from Central Athens to Meteora without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 5m and costs €16 - €27.

How long does it take to get from Central Athens to Meteora?

It takes approximately 7h 5m to get from Central Athens to Meteora, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Athens to Meteora bus from?

Central Athens to Meteora bus services, operated by KTEL Trikala, depart from Athens - KTEL Liosion Street station.

Where does the Central Athens to Meteora bus arrive?

Central Athens to Meteora bus services, operated by KTEL Trikala, arrive at Trikala station.

Can I drive from Central Athens to Meteora?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Athens to Meteora is 336 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Central Athens to Meteora.

Where can I stay near Meteora?

There are 935+ hotels available in Meteora.

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

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

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 Paleofarsalostrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Paleofarsalos to Kalambakabus C888 / ...
7h 5m
€16–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens - KTEL Liosion Street to Trikalabus
8h 5m
€27–41
Drive 335.8 km
1. Drive from Central Athens to Meteoracar 335.8 km
3h 33m
€61–88
Bus via Grevená
1. Take the bus from Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL to Grevenabus
2. Take the bus from Grevena to Kalabakabus
9h 35m

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Map of how to get from Central Athens to Meteora.

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Distance: 364 km
Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Central Athens, Greece and Meteora, Greece?

KTEL Trikala operates a bus from Athens - KTEL Liosion Street to Trikala every 4 hours. Tickets cost €24–35 and the journey takes 4h 30m.

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