What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Athos to Athens?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Athos to Athens is to train which costs €30 - €50 and takes 5h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Athos to Athens?

The fastest way to get from Mount Athos to Athens is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs €55 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Athos and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Thessaloniki Monastiriou and arriving at Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct ferry between Mount Athos and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Thessaloniki and arriving at Port of Piraeus. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 27h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Mount Athos and Athens?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Thessaloniki and arriving at Athens. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Mount Athos to Athens?

The distance between Mount Athos and Athens is 483 km. The road distance is 469.4 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Mount Athos to Athens?

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How do I travel from Mount Athos to Athens without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Athos to Athens without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs €30 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Mount Athos to Athens?

The train from Thessaloniki to Athens takes 5h 9m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Mount Athos to Athens bus from?

Mount Athos to Athens bus services, operated by KTEL Thessalonikis S.A., depart from Thessaloniki Monastiriou station.

Where do I catch the Mount Athos to Athens train from?

Mount Athos to Athens train services, operated by Hellenic Train S.A., depart from Thessaloniki station.

Train, bus or fly from Mount Athos to Athens?

The best way to get from Mount Athos to Athens is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €50 and takes 5h 45m, you could also fly, which costs €55 - €120 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Mount Athos to Athens bus arrive?

Mount Athos to Athens bus services, operated by KTEL Thessalonikis S.A., arrive at Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL station.

Where does the Mount Athos to Athens train arrive?

Mount Athos to Athens train services, operated by Hellenic Train S.A., arrive at Athens station.

Can I drive from Mount Athos to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Athos to Athens is 469 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Mount Athos to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 13076+ hotels available in Athens.

Mount Athos to Athens - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Mount Athos to Athens by train, bus, ferry, car, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Thessaloniki to Athenstrain Ic
5h 9m
€30–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTELbus
5h 45m
€8–50
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Thessaloniki to Port of Piraeusferry Bsf
27h 20m
€150–350
Drive 469.4 km
1. Drive from Thessaloníki to Athenscar 469.4 km
5h 32m
€85–123
Fly
1. Fly from Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) to Athens International Airport (ATH)plane SKG - ATH
3h 12m
€59–120

Mount Athos to Athens by train

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Distance: 482.6 km
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Mount Athos, Greece and Athens, Greece?

Hellenic Train S.A. operates a train from Thessaloniki to Athens twice daily. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 5h 9m. Alternatively, KTEL Thessalonikis S.A. operates a bus from Thessaloniki Monastiriou to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL every 3 hours. Tickets cost €8–50 and the journey takes 5h 45m.

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