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

The cheapest way to get from Macedonia to Athens is to drive and train which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macedonia to Athens is to drive and train and fly which takes 6h 15m and costs €70 - €170.

How far is it from Macedonia to Athens?

The distance between Macedonia and Athens is 646 km. The road distance is 604.5 km.

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

It takes approximately 8h 40m to get from Macedonia to Athens, including transfers.

Can I drive from Macedonia to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Macedonia to Athens is 605 km. It takes approximately 7h 9m to drive from Macedonia to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12346+ hotels available in Athens.

Macedonia to Athens - 6 ways to travel via train, car, bus, ferry, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Macedonia to Athens by car, train, bus, ferry, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, train
best
1. Drive from Macedonia to Rodopoliscar
2. Take the train from Rodopolis to Thessalonikitrain Re
3. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Athenstrain Ic
8h 40m
€38–60
Drive, bus
cheapest
1. Drive from Macedonia to Rodopoliscar
2. Take the bus from Rodopolis to Thessalonikibus
3. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou to Athens Karaiskaki Squarebus
9h 52m
€24–70
Drive, train, ferry
1. Drive from Macedonia to Rodopoliscar
2. Take the train from Rodopolis to Thessalonikitrain Re
3. Take the ferry from Thessaloniki to Port of Piraeusferry Bsf
29h 26m
€86–195
Drive 604.5 km
1. Drive from Macedonia to Athenscar 604.5 km
7h 9m
€109–157
Drive, train to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia, fly
1. Drive from Macedonia to Rodopoliscar
2. Take the train from Rodopolis to Thessalonikitrain
3. Fly from Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane SKG - ATH
6h 15m
€72–166
Train to Sofia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Petrich to Zaharna Fabrikatrain
2. Fly from Sofia Airport (SOF) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane SOF - ATH
9h 19m
€70–174

Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Athens International Airport (ATH) flights

116Weekly Planes

55 minAverage Duration

€41Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 645.5 km
Duration: 8h 40m

What companies run services between Macedonia, Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria and Athens, Greece?

There is no direct connection from Macedonia to Athens. However, you can drive to Rodopolis, take the train to Thessaloniki, then take the train to Athens. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Macedonia to Athens Karaiskaki Square via Rodopolis, Thessaloniki, and Thessaloniki Monastiriou in around 9h 52m.

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