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There are 6 ways to get from Alessano to Athens by bus, plane, train, ferry, car ferry, bus and ferry or car

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

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Bus, fly  •  9h 40m

  1. Take the bus from Alessano to Lecce
  2. Fly from Brindisi (BDS) to Athens (ATH) BDS - ATH

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Bus, train, ferry, car ferry, bus and ferry  •  20h 48m

  1. Take the bus from Alessano to Lecce 128
  2. Take the train from Lecce to Bari Centrale Fa / ...
  3. Take the ferry from Bari M.ma to Igoumenitsa Asf
  4. Take the car ferry from Igoumenitsa to Lefkimmi
  5. Take the bus and ferry from Lefkimmi to Athens X2

Bus via Tríkala  •  22h 55m

  1. Take the bus from Alessano to Brindisi Strada Stratale Via Appia
  2. Take the Bus from Brindisi to Fier
  3. Take the bus from Fier to Trikala
  4. Take the bus from Trikala to Athens - KTEL Liosion street

Bus, car ferry  •  23h 14m

  1. Take the bus from Alessano to Brindisi Strada Stratale Via Appia
  2. Take the car ferry from Brindisi Terrare to Igoumenitsa
  3. Take the car ferry from Igoumenitsa to Patras
  4. Take the bus from Patras to Athens

Bus  •  28h

  1. Take the bus from Alessano to Bari Largo Sorentino
  2. Take the Bus from Bari Porto to Tirana
  3. Take the bus from Tirana to Athens

Drive  •  27h 20m

  1. Drive from Alessano to Peiraias ferry 2873.6 km

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The cheapest way to get from Alessano to Athens is to bus and fly which costs €65 - €340 and takes 9h 40m.

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The fastest way to get from Alessano to Athens is to bus and fly which takes 9h 40m and costs €65 - €340.

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No, there is no direct bus from Alessano to Athens. However, there are services departing from Alessano and arriving at Athens - KTEL Liosion street via Brindisi - Via Appia, Brindisi, Fier and Trikala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 55m.

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The distance between Alessano and Athens is 733 km. The road distance is 2873.6 km.

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The best way to get from Alessano to Athens without a car is to bus and train and ferry and car ferry and bus and ferry which takes 20h 48m and costs €110 - €340.

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It takes approximately 9h 40m to get from Alessano to Athens, including transfers.

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Alessano to Athens bus services, operated by Elios Autoservizi, depart from Alessano station.

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Alessano to Athens bus services, operated by KTEL Trikala, arrive at Athens - KTEL Liosion street station.

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Athens is 1h ahead of Alessano. It is currently 1:40 PM in Alessano and 2:40 PM in Athens.

Yes, the driving distance between Alessano to Athens is 2874 km. It takes approximately 27h 20m to drive from Alessano to Athens.

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Map of how to get from Alessano to Athens.
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  • Distance: 732.9 km
  • Duration: 9h 40m

What companies run services between Alessano, Italy and Athens, Greece?

You can take a bus from Alessano to Athens KTEL Liosion via Brindisi Strada Stratale Via Appia, Brindisi - Via Appia, Brindisi - Via Pace Brindisina, Brindisi, Fier, Fier, and Trikala in around 22h 55m.

Airlines
Alitalia
Website
alitalia.com
Flights from Brindisi to Athens via Rome
Ave. Duration
5h 6m
When
Every day
Estimated price
€110 - €480
Ryanair
Website
ryanair.com
Flights from Brindisi to Athens via Rome
Ave. Duration
6h 15m
When
Sunday
Estimated price
€50 - €460
Flights from Brindisi to Athens via Bologna
Ave. Duration
6h 20m
When
Monday and Tuesday
Estimated price
€50 - €460
Aegean Airlines
Website
en.aegeanair.com
Flights from Brindisi to Athens via Rome
Ave. Duration
4h 20m
When
Tuesday
Estimated price
€90 - €280
Flights from Brindisi to Athens via Bologna
Ave. Duration
4h 25m
When
Wednesday
Estimated price
€95 - €300
Train operators
Trenitalia Frecce

Trenitalia’s high-speed Frecce trains run on specialised tracks and have a greater level of service and comfort than InterCity and regional trains. There are three types of Frecce trains: Frecciarossa, (the fastest; connects major Italian cities); Frecciargento (mostly connect Rome to other Italian cities); and Frecciabianca (the slowest Frecce trains). Frecciarossa trains offer four classes of service, all with free Wi-Fi: Standard, Premium, Business and Executive. All Frecce tickets include a seat reservation and must be purchased before boarding the train.

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Lecce to Bari Centrale
Ave. Duration
1h 27m
Frequency
Every 2 hours
Estimated price
€14 - €55
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en/frecce.html
Super Economy
€14 - €20
Base Standard
€30 - €45
Base Premium
€35 - €55
Trenitalia

The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Lecce to Bari Centrale
Ave. Duration
1h 54m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€12 - €21
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
1st Class
€19 - €21
Frequently asked questions
Is there Wi-Fi on Trenitalia?
Yes - Wi-Fi is available on both Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services, and may be accessed free of charge. Services require either a mobile phone number or credit card for verification purposes and allow access for 24 hours.
Are there power outlets on Trenitalia?
Yes - Frecce services include a power socket for each seat.
Does Trenitalia offer meals or snacks?
Yes - Frecciarossa and Frecciargento services often offer bar and restaurant options, though this depends on the individual route and train type. Business, Premium and First Class tickets include a complimentary drink and snack. Some services may offer restaurant, FRECCIABistro or pre-booked, in-seat meal options. Please check your service as options vary.
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Trenitalia Intercity

Trenitalia’s Intercity (IC) trains are slower than the high-speed Frecce trains but are still a good way to travel between major cities and towns, with routes including Rome to Naples, Venice to Bologna and Milan to Genoa. Tickets usually open for booking 90 days ahead of travel, and you’ll need make a seat reservation before boarding. All IC trains have 1st and 2nd class carriages as well as a bar buffet car, air conditioning and power sockets. InterCity trains that run at night are called InterCity Notte (ICN).

Contact Details
Phone
+39 06 68475475
Website
trenitalia.com
Train from Lecce to Bari Centrale
Ave. Duration
1h 31m
Frequency
5 times a day
Estimated price
€11 - €15
Website
https://www.trenitalia.com/
2nd Class
€11 - €15
Bus operators
KTEL Kerkyras
Phone
+3026610 28900
Email
info@greenbuses.gr
Website
greenbuses.gr
Bus and ferry from Lefkimmi to Athens
Ave. Duration
5h 15m
Frequency
5 times a week
Estimated price
€35 - €55
Website
https://greenbuses.gr/
Elios Autoservizi
Phone
0832.871016
Website
eliosautoservizi.com
Bus from Alessano to Brindisi Strada Stratale Via Appia
Ave. Duration
1h 40m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
€9 - €14
Schedules at
eliosautoservizi.com
Bus from Alessano to Bari Largo Sorentino
Ave. Duration
3h 5m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
€19 - €29
Schedules at
eliosautoservizi.com
Pistoia viaggi
Phone
+393293958604
Email
info@pistoiaviaggi.com
Website
pistoia-viaggi.it
Bus from Brindisi to Fier
Ave. Duration
5h 37m
Frequency
Once a week
Schedules at
pistoia-viaggi.it
KTEL Trikala
Phone
(+30) 24310 73130
Email
info@ktel-trikala.gr
Website
ktel-trikala.gr
Bus from Trikala to Athens - KTEL Liosion street
Ave. Duration
4h 15m
Frequency
Every 4 hours
Estimated price
€24 - €35
Website
https://ktel-trikala.gr/en/homepage_en/
KTEL Achaias
Phone
+30 2610 623 888
Email
info@ktelachaias.gr
Website
ktelachaias.gr
Bus from Patras to Athens
Ave. Duration
3h 30m
Frequency
Hourly
Estimated price
€18 - €23
Website
https://www.ktelachaias.gr/en/homepage-en/
M&B Travel
Phone
+355697278670
Email
mb.travel@hotmail.com
Website
facebook.com
Bus from Bari Porto to Tirana
Ave. Duration
6h 42m
Frequency
3 times a week
Schedules at
autobus.al
Alvavel
Phone
+355 67 604 2191
Bus from Tirana to Athens
Ave. Duration
15h
Frequency
Once a week
Schedules at
autobus.al
Ferry operators
Superfast Ferries
Phone
+30 210 8919700
Email
superfast@superfast.com
Website
superfast.com
Ferry from Bari M.ma to Igoumenitsa
Ave. Duration
8h 30m
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€50 - €180
Website
https://www.superfast.com
2 bed inside cabin
€170 - €180
Deck
€53
Aircraft-type seats
€59
3 bed outside cabin
€136
Car ferry from Igoumenitsa to Patras
Ave. Duration
6h 30m
Frequency
6 times a week
Estimated price
€40 - €180
Website
https://www.superfast.com
2 bed inside cabin
€160 - €175
Deck
€43
Aircraft-type seats
€49
3 bed outside cabin
€123
Lefkimmi Lines
Phone
(+30)2662023200
Email
info@lefkimmilines.gr
Website
lefkimmilines.gr
Car ferry from Igoumenitsa to Lefkimmi
Ave. Duration
45 min
Frequency
Every 3 hours
Estimated price
€6 - €25
Website
Lefkimmi Lines
Adult
€7
Car
€25
Grimaldi Lines
Phone
+39.081.496.444
Email
info@grimaldi.napoli.it
Website
grimaldi-lines.com
Car ferry from Brindisi Terrare to Igoumenitsa
Ave. Duration
8h
Frequency
Once daily
Estimated price
€30 - €75
Website
https://www.grimaldi-lines.com/en/

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