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 €23 - €35 and takes 6h 2m.

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 35m 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 7h 6m.

How far is it from Central Athens to Meteora?

The distance between Central Athens and Meteora is 363 km. The road distance is 336.1 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 6h 2m and costs €23 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m 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 35m to drive from Central Athens to Meteora.

Where can I stay near Meteora?

There are 201+ hotels available in Meteora.

Central Athens to Meteora - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 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 / ...
6h 2m
€23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens - KTEL Liosion Street to Trikalabus
7h 6m
€27–41
Drive 336.1 km
1. Drive from Central Athens to Meteoracar 336.1 km
3h 35m
€61–88

Central Athens to Meteora by train and bus

14Weekly Services

6h 2mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 362.6 km
Duration: 6h 2m

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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