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

The cheapest way to get from Zakynthos to Mount Athos is to bus and ferry and train which costs €35 - €55 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zakynthos to Mount Athos is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs €100 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Zakynthos and Mount Athos?

No, there is no direct bus from Zakynthos to Mount Athos. However, there are services departing from Zakynthos and arriving at Thessaloniki Neos Sidirodromikos Stathmos via Thessaloniki KTEL and Thessaloniki Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

How far is it from Zakynthos to Mount Athos?

The distance between Zakynthos and Mount Athos is 370 km.

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

The best way to get from Zakynthos to Mount Athos without a car is to bus and ferry and train which takes 7h 56m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Zakynthos to Mount Athos, including transfers.

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

Zakynthos to Mount Athos bus services, operated by KTEL Zakythos, depart from Zakynthos station.

Where does the Zakynthos to Mount Athos bus arrive?

Zakynthos to Mount Athos bus services, operated by KTEL Zakythos, arrive at Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station.

Where can I stay near Mount Athos?

There are 3575+ hotels available in Mount Athos.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Zakynthos to Mount Athos by plane, busferry, train, car ferry, car, or bus

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG)ZTH - SKG
3h 7m
€101–211
Bus and ferry, train
cheapest
1. Take the busferry from Zakynthos to Lamia
2. Take the train from Lianokladi to ThessalonikiIc
7h 56m
€38–55
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Zakynthos Agios Nikolaos to Pesáda
2. Take the car ferry from Poros to Killini
3. Drive from Killini to Thessaloníki
10h 20m
€120–181
Bus and ferry
1. Take the busferry from Zakynthos to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station
10h 8m
€44–62
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Zakynthos to Patras
2. Take the bus from Patras to Larisa
3. Take the bus from Larissa to Thessaloniki train station
10h 10m
€47–61

Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) flights

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2h 20mAverage Duration

€103Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Zakynthos to Mount Athos.

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Distance: 369.7 km
Duration: 3h 7m

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

Aegean Airlines and Olympic Air fly from Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) to Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG) once daily. Alternatively, KTEL Zakythos operates a vehicle from Zakynthos to Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station once a week. Tickets cost €40–60 and the journey takes 8h.

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