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How to get fromThessaloníki to Karyesby bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Thessaloníki to Karyes by bus, ferry, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, ferry

    best
    1. Take the bus from Thessaloniki KTEL Chalkidikis to Ouranoupolibus bus
    2. Take the ferry from Ouranoupoli to Panteleimonos monasteryferry ferry
    4h 2m

  2. Drive 172.4 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Thessaloníki to Karyescar car 172.4 km
    4h 41m
    €31–45

  3. Bus, taxi

    1. Take the bus from Thessaloniki KTEL Chalkidikis to Ouranoupolibus bus
    2. Take the taxi from Ouranoupoli to Karyestaxi taxi
    4h 29m
    €62–85

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 165 km
  • Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Thessaloníki, Greece and Karyes, Mount Athos, Greece?

There is no direct connection from Thessaloníki to Karyes. However, you can take the taxi to Thessaloniki KTEL Chalkidikis, take the bus to Ouranoupoli, walk to Ouranoupoli, take the ferry to Panteleimonos monastery, then take the taxi to Karyes. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Thessaloniki KTEL Chalkidikis, take the bus to Ouranoupoli, then take the taxi to Karyes.

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