What is the cheapest way to get from French Riviera to Athens?

The cheapest way to get from French Riviera to Athens is to train and fly which costs €85 - €210 and takes 8h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from French Riviera to Athens?

The fastest way to get from French Riviera to Athens is to train and fly which takes 8h 14m and costs €85 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between French Riviera and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from French Riviera to Athens. However, there are services departing from Les Heures Claires and arriving at Athens Karolou via Gare Routiere, Nice Airport and Sofia Serdica Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 23m.

How far is it from French Riviera to Athens?

The distance between French Riviera and Athens is 1655 km. The road distance is 2447.9 km.

How do I travel from French Riviera to Athens without a car?

The best way to get from French Riviera to Athens without a car is to train and bus via Thessaloníki which takes 37h 37m and costs .

How long does it take to get from French Riviera to Athens?

It takes approximately 8h 14m to get from French Riviera to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the French Riviera to Athens bus from?

French Riviera to Athens bus services, operated by Zou! Lignes Express, depart from Gare Routiere station.

Where does the French Riviera to Athens bus arrive?

French Riviera to Athens bus services, operated by Zou! Lignes Express, arrive at Aeroport Term2 station.

Can I drive from French Riviera to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between French Riviera to Athens is 2448 km. It takes approximately 24h 13m to drive from French Riviera to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12318+ hotels available in Athens.

French Riviera to Athens - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and ferry

There are 8 ways to get from French Riviera to Athens by train, plane, bus, ferry, 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 to Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Saint-Raphaël Valescure to Saint-Laurent-du-Var
2. Fly from Nice Côte D'Azur International Airport (NCE) to Athens International Airport (ATH)NCE - ATH
8h 14m
€86–206
Train, bus via Thessaloníki
1. Take the train from St Raphael Valescure to Genova P.Za Principe
2. Take the train from Genova P.Za Principe to ChiassoEc
3. Take the bus from Chiasso to Pristina
4. Take the bus from Pristina to Thessaloníki
5. Take the train from Thessaloniki to AthensIc
37h 37m
Train, ferry, bus
1. Take the train from St Raphael Valescure to Roma Termini
2. Take the train from Roma Termini to BrindisiFr / ...
3. Take the ferry from Porto di Brindisi to Port of Igoumenitsa
4. Take the bus from Igoumenitsa to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL
39h 28m
€168–358
Drive 2,447.9 km
1. Drive from French Riviera to Athens2,447.9 km
24h 13m
€436–630
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly
1. Take the train from St Raphael Valescure to Marseille St Charles
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Athens International Airport (ATH)MRS - ATH
9h 16m
€113–274
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Saint-Raphaël Valescure to Nice RiquierC13
2. Take the bus from Nice to Beograd
3. Take the bus from Beograd, Autobuska stanica to Athens
42h 10m
€148–243
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gare Routiere to Aeroport Term290
2. Take the bus from Nice Airport to Sofia
3. Take the bus from Sofia Serdica Bus Station to Athens Karolou
42h 23m
Train, Bus
1. Take the train from St Raphael Valescure to Savona
2. Take the bus from Savona Bus Station to Fier
3. Take the bus from Fier to Athens
45h 16m

French Riviera to Athens by bus, train, foot, and ferry

1Weekly Services

39h 28mAverage Duration

€168Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from French Riviera to Athens.

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Distance: 1,655.2 km
Duration: 8h 14m

What companies run services between French Riviera, France and Athens, Greece?

You can take a bus from Les Heures Claires to Athens Karolou via Gare Routiere, Nice Airport, Sofia, and Sofia Serdica Bus Station in around 42h 23m.

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