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Trip Overview

The train between Thessaloníki and Athens takes 5h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Thessaloníki to Athens. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 9m
Duration
483 km
Distance
€40
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Thessaloníki to Athens train times

Trains run twice daily between Thessaloníki and Athens. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Thessaloníki is at 4:49 PM which arrives into Athens at 9:58 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Thessaloníki to Athens? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 482.6 km
  • Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Thessaloníki, Greece and Athens, Greece?

Hellenic Train S.A. operates a train from Thessaloniki to Athens 4 times a day. Tickets cost €30–50 and the journey takes 5h 9m.

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