What is the cheapest way to get from Irakleio Station to Athens?

The cheapest way to get from Irakleio Station to Athens is to bus which costs €2 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Irakleio Station to Athens?

The fastest way to get from Irakleio Station to Athens is to taxi which takes 10 min and costs €13 - €16.

Is there a direct bus between Irakleio Station and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from ΣΤ. Προαστ. Ηρακλειο and arriving at Πολυτεχνειο. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Irakleio Station and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Iraklio and arriving at Athens. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17 min.

How far is it from Irakleio Station to Athens?

The distance between Irakleio Station and Athens is 12 km. The road distance is 11.5 km.

How do I travel from Irakleio Station to Athens without a car?

The best way to get from Irakleio Station to Athens without a car is to train which takes 17 min and costs €1 - €2.

How long does it take to get from Irakleio Station to Athens?

The train from Iraklio to Athens takes 17 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Irakleio Station to Athens bus from?

Irakleio Station to Athens bus services, operated by OASA, depart from ΣΤ. Προαστ. Ηρακλειο station.

Where do I catch the Irakleio Station to Athens train from?

Irakleio Station to Athens train services, operated by Greek Railways (Suburban), depart from Iraklio station.

Train or bus from Irakleio Station to Athens?

The best way to get from Irakleio Station to Athens is to train which takes 17 min and costs €1 - €2. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €2 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Irakleio Station to Athens bus arrive?

Irakleio Station to Athens bus services, operated by OASA, arrive at Πολυτεχνειο station.

Where does the Irakleio Station to Athens train arrive?

Irakleio Station to Athens train services, operated by Greek Railways (Suburban), arrive at Athens station.

Can I drive from Irakleio Station to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Irakleio Station to Athens is 12 km. It takes approximately 10 min to drive from Irakleio Station to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12958+ hotels available in Athens.

Irakleio Station to Athens - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Irakleio Station to Athens by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Irakleio Station to Athens by train

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Distance: 11.5 km
Duration: 17 min

What companies run services between Irakleio Station, Greece and Athens, Greece?

Greek Railways (Suburban) operates a train from Iraklio to Athens hourly, and the journey takes 17 min. Hellenic Train S.A. also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, OASA operates a bus from ΣΤ. Προαστ. Ηρακλειο to Πολυτεχνειο every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €2 and the journey takes 45 min.

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