Thessaloniki to Athens

Thessaloniki to Athens

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Thessaloniki to Athens Schedule

Thessaloniki to Athens Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Union Ivkoni International Standard AC 01:00 - 08:15€ 64.96
Sky Express Economy #GQ39302:45 - 03:50€ 64.26
Sky Express Economy #GQ39107:10 - 08:03€ 51
Hellenic Seaways Deck Space 09:00 - 11:55€ 97.10
Aegean Airlines Economy #A311111:25 - 12:20€ 59.08
Sky Express Economy #GQ38312:10 - 13:05€ 90.78
Aegean Airlines Economy #A311714:50 - 15:40€ 70.21
Aegean Airlines Economy #A311916:25 - 17:20€ 89.83
Sky Express Economy #GQ38518:30 - 19:25€ 144.84
Aegean Airlines Economy #A312721:25 - 22:20€ 59.08
Aegean Airlines Economy #A312922:20 - 23:10€ 41.49

Transportation from Thessaloniki to Athens

Facts about the transport from Thessaloniki to Athens

Cheapest Transport$70
Fastest Transport44m
Earliest Departure1:00 AM
Latest Departure11:15 PM
Departures per day17
Distance1346 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAegean Airlines, Daytrip, Hellenic Seaways, Sky Express, Union Ivkoni International

Thessaloniki to Athens Destination Reviews

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I had to change trains during my trip, and the process was relatively smooth, minimizing disruptions.
Train 2nd Class Seat, Hellenic Train, Aug 2, 2023
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How to get from Thessaloniki to Athens

Travelling between Thessaloniki and Athens is possible by Flight, bus, ferry and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Ferry is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 872.38 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 72.05.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 27 hours to travel between Thessaloniki and Athens depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Thessaloniki and Athens. Flight will bring you to your destination in 44m. Ferry does a much slower job and take about 1d 2h 55m to reach Athens.

How much does it cost to get from Thessaloniki to Athens?

Travelling between Thessaloniki and Athens can be as cheap as USD 72.05 if you opt for a Sky Express flight and as expensive as USD 872.38 if you buy a Daytrip taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Thessaloniki and Athens ?

  • 7 from Thessaloniki to Athens starting from 06:00 Thessaloniki Airport until 23:15 Thessaloniki Airport
  • 10 from Thessaloniki to Athens starting from 00:00 Thessaloniki Transfer until 00:00 Thessaloniki Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Thessaloniki to Athens.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Thessaloniki to Athens, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 71.71.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Thessaloniki and Athens

Aegean Airlines, Sky Express

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Thessaloniki and Athens

Daytrip

Ferry

Ferry may be a tiring experience especially if you are prone to seasickness and often is not the cheapest option available but it almost always makes for a very picturesque journey.

Things to remember: Ferry rides may be cancelled due to rough seas.

Companies operating ferry routes between Thessaloniki and Athens

Hellenic Seaways

What is the most popular transport to get from Thessaloniki to Athens?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with flight remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 100% decided to fly