What is the cheapest way to get from Rio, Greece to Athens?

The cheapest way to get from Rio, Greece to Athens is to bus and train which costs €13 - €21 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rio, Greece to Athens?

The fastest way to get from Rio, Greece to Athens is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Rio, Greece and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Rio, Greece to Athens. However, there are services departing from Patras and arriving at Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Rio, Greece to Athens?

The distance between Rio, Greece and Athens is 227 km. The road distance is 204.2 km.

How do I travel from Rio, Greece to Athens without a car?

The best way to get from Rio, Greece to Athens without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 11m and costs €13 - €21.

How long does it take to get from Rio, Greece to Athens?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Rio, Greece to Athens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rio, Greece to Athens bus from?

Rio, Greece to Athens bus services, operated by KTEL of Achaia S.A., depart from Patras station.

Where does the Rio, Greece to Athens bus arrive?

Rio, Greece to Athens bus services, operated by KTEL of Achaia S.A., arrive at Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL station.

Can I drive from Rio, Greece to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Rio, Greece to Athens is 204 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Rio, Greece to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 13173+ hotels available in Athens.

Rio, Greece to Athens - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Rio, Greece to Athens by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Patra to Kiatobus C3e / ...
2. Take the train from Kiato to Athenstrain Re
4h 11m
€13–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Patras to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTELbus
4h 19m
€19–37
Drive 204.2 km
1. Drive from Rio, Greece to Athenscar 204.2 km
2h 9m
€39–55

Rio, Greece to Athens by train and bus

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.8 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Rio, Greece, Western Greece and Athens, Greece?

KTEL of Achaia S.A. operates a bus from Patras to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL hourly. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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