Athens Train Tickets, Greece - Schedules, Routes & Booking

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Trains from Athens

9Jul

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Athens

Thessaloniki

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Departure Time

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Arrival Time

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Morning trains

06:58

AthensStation

5h 12m

12:10

ThessalonikiStation

Direct

IC 50

from

89 USD

5h 12m, Direct

06:58

AthensStation

12:10

ThessalonikiStation

from

89 USD

Direct

IC 50

Day trains

17:58

AthensStation

5h 12m

23:10

ThessalonikiStation

Direct

IC 56

from

89 USD

5h 12m, Direct

17:58

AthensStation

23:10

ThessalonikiStation

from

89 USD

Direct

IC 56

First train

06:58

Last train

17:58

Travel duration

5h 12m

Daily departures

Departure station

Athens

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Thessaloniki

Ticket price

from $43

Fastest trip

5h 12m

Longest trip

5h 12m

Trains to Athens

Inbound trains reach Athens mainly at Athens Larissa Station, with airport and port-area services also using Athens Airport station and Piraeus. Hellenic Train InterCity services arrive from Thessaloniki in around 4h to 4h15m. Trains from Larissa reach Athens in about 2h30m to 3h. Services from Kalambaka typically arrive in roughly 4h30m to 5h with a change at Paleofarsalos on many departures. Proastiakos trains from Kiato arrive in around 1h20m, while services from Chalkida take about 1h15m. Airport rail services from Athens Airport reach Athens Larissa Station in about 40m.

Visiting Athens

Athens is the main passenger rail hub in Greece and the southern anchor of the national rail network. The city is served by Hellenic Train, with Athens Larissa Station acting as the principal train station for long-distance and regional services. The wider Athens rail area also includes Athens Airport station and suburban rail stops used by Proastiakos services. Trains from Athens include InterCity services on the main north-south railway toward central and northern Greece, regional trains for nearby towns, and Proastiakos suburban rail linking the capital with the airport, Piraeus, Kiato, and Chalkida. Athens Larissa Station handles most intercity train tickets, while Athens Airport station serves rail passengers arriving at or leaving Eleftherios Venizelos Airport. Rail routes from Athens run north toward Thessaloniki, Larissa, and Kalambaka via central Greece, west toward Kiato on the Peloponnese corridor, east toward Chalkida, and southeast toward Athens Airport. Some trips require a change at intermediate stations such as Paleofarsalos or Kiato. Book trains from and to Athens online at Rail Monsters.

Popular routes from Athens

From Athens Larissa Station, Hellenic Train InterCity services run north on the main Greek railway corridor toward Larissa and Thessaloniki, with connections onward to central and northern Greece. Travelers heading for Meteora usually use services toward Kalambaka, often changing at Paleofarsalos depending on the timetable. Proastiakos trains from Athens cover shorter regional corridors across Attica and nearby regions. Westbound services run toward Kiato on the Peloponnese approach, eastbound trains serve Chalkida, and airport services connect central Athens with Eleftherios Venizelos Airport. Piraeus is linked by suburban rail for passengers using the port-area rail station.

Athens

Athens - Greece's capital and main transport hub, with Larissa Station serving long-distance rail. Cultural highlights include the Acropolis and Plaka district.

Athens

Station

5h 12m

Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki - Greece's second city and major northern port, with a lively waterfront, the White Tower, and rich Byzantine heritage near Thessaloniki Train Station.

Thessaloniki

Station

Train Operators Serving Athens

Hellenic Train operates the main passenger rail services serving Athens. Its InterCity trains run long-distance services from Athens Larissa Station on the national main line. Hellenic Train regional services cover shorter domestic routes through central Greece. Proastiakos, operated by Hellenic Train, provides suburban and airport rail links from Athens to Piraeus, Kiato, Chalkida, and Athens Airport. Rail Monsters books individual tickets for these Athens services.

InterCity

InterCity trains link Athens, Thessaloniki, Larissa, and other Greek cities.

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Booking Athens Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Buying Train Tickets Online

Buy train tickets online for Athens with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, choosing Hellenic Train InterCity or Proastiakos services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Athens train stations including Athens Larissa Station and Athens Airport station, depending on whether your trip is intercity, regional, or airport rail.

Types of Train Tickets Available

Athens services include regular tickets for regional and Proastiakos trains, reserved seats on many InterCity services, and fare options that vary by train and route. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear on selected advance services to and from Thessaloniki, Larissa, Kalambaka, Kiato, Chalkida, and Athens Airport.

Tips for Online Reservations

Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Athens train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for Easter Week, August holidays, Christmas and New Year. Train prices on InterCity routes can vary by availability, while ticket counters remain available at Athens Larissa Station. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.

Destinations from Athens

Service types from Athens rail stations InterCity services: Hellenic Train InterCity trains from Athens Larissa Station serve the main north-south corridor toward Larissa and Thessaloniki. Regional services: Hellenic Train regional routes connect Athens with towns across central Greece, with changes used for some destinations such as Kalambaka. Proastiakos services: suburban rail links Athens with Kiato, Chalkida, Piraeus, and other Attica rail points. Airport services: Proastiakos trains connect Athens Larissa Station and Athens Airport station for Eleftherios Venizelos Airport. Cross-border services: no regular international passenger trains currently depart from Athens.

Athens to Thessaloniki

Travel from Athens to Thessaloniki by InterCity train and visit the White Tower, the Archaeological Museum, and the waterfront promenade

Frequency

3 times per day

Popular Trains

InterCity

Athens

Greece

5h 12m

Thessaloniki

Greece

Athens to Larissa

Travel from Athens to Larissa by train and reach the edge of the Thessalian plain to visit the Ancient Theatre of Larissa or the Alcazar Park.

Frequency

3 times per day

Popular Trains

InterCity

Athens

Greece

3h 39m

Larissa

Greece

Athens to Paleofarsalos

Travel from Athens to Paleofarsalos by regional or intercity trains and access the agricultural plains of Thessaly and nearby attractions like Meteora.

Frequency

3 times per day

Popular Trains

InterCity

Athens

Greece

3h 2m

Paleofarsalos

Greece

Athens to Lianokladi

Travel from Athens to Lianokladi by intercity train and reach the gateway for Thermopylae and central Greece rail connections

Frequency

3 times per day

Popular Trains

InterCity

Athens

Greece

2h 11m

Lianokladi

Greece

Athens to Platy

Travel from Athens to Platy by intercity train and access nearby Vergina and the archaeological sites around Veria and the Royal Tombs

Frequency

3 times per day

Popular Trains

InterCity

Athens

Greece

4h 45m

Platy

Greece

Athens to Thiva

Travel from Athens to Thiva by regional train and visit the ancient site of Thebes or explore the Kadmeia archaeological area near the city center

Frequency

3 times per day

Popular Trains

InterCity

Athens

Greece

1h 9m

Thiva

Greece

Athens to Tithorea

Travel from Athens to Tithorea by regional or intercity train and visit the nearby Delphi area or the foothills of Mount Parnassus for hiking and historical sites

Frequency

3 times per day

Popular Trains

InterCity

Athens

Greece

1h 44m

Tithorea

Greece

Athens to Oinoi

Travel from Athens to Oinoi by regional or suburban train and explore local sites near Oinoi or use the connection for onward travel into central Greece

Frequency

2 times per day

Popular Trains

InterCity

Athens

Greece

51m

Oinoi

Greece

Athens Major Train Stations

Athens has several rail stations with different roles. Athens Larissa Station, also known as Athens Railway Station, is the main intercity station for Hellenic Train services running north through central Greece and for Proastiakos regional services. Athens Airport station serves Eleftherios Venizelos Airport with Proastiakos trains toward the city and the Athens rail network. SKA, the Acharnes Railway Center, is a major interchange north of central Athens where several suburban and intercity routes meet. Piraeus station serves the port area and connects with Proastiakos trains toward Athens. Use the station cards below to view individual station details.

Athens Station

Athens Train Station serves as a key transit hub with extensive services, dining options, and connections to local and regional rail.

Athens Train Travel FAQ and Tips

Do high-speed trains serve Athens?

Athens is served by Hellenic Train InterCity services on the upgraded main line toward Thessaloniki, but Greece does not use a separate bullet train network. The fastest Athens-Thessaloniki trains are long-distance InterCity services with reserved seating on many departures. Regional and Proastiakos trains also serve Athens for shorter trips, airport rail, and suburban corridors around Attica.

What are the main train stations in Athens?

Athens Larissa Station is the main passenger rail station for long-distance Hellenic Train InterCity services and many Proastiakos trains. Athens Airport station handles rail services at Eleftherios Venizelos Airport. SKA, the Acharnes Railway Center, works as a major interchange in the northern Athens rail area. Piraeus station serves the port area and links with Proastiakos trains across the metropolitan rail network.

What is the main train route from Athens?

The main domestic rail route from Athens is the Hellenic Train InterCity service between Athens Larissa Station and Thessaloniki. Typical travel time is around 4h to 4h15m, depending on the service and operating conditions. This route follows Greece's main north-south railway through central Greece and connects the capital with the country's second-largest city.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Athens?

Train tickets to and from Athens can be bought at Rail Monsters by entering your departure and arrival stations, selecting a travel date, and choosing a Hellenic Train InterCity, regional, or Proastiakos service. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Athens services. After payment, travelers receive booking confirmation and ticket details by email.

Should I reserve seats on trains from Athens?

Seat reservation practice depends on the train type. Hellenic Train InterCity services from Athens to Thessaloniki and other long-distance destinations commonly use reserved seats, so booking ahead is recommended. Proastiakos and many regional trains use simpler ticketing and do not always require a specific seat. For Easter Week, August holidays, and Christmas, reserve long-distance Athens services as early as possible.

What are the main train connections to and from Athens?

Athens connects with Thessaloniki in around 4h to 4h15m by Hellenic Train InterCity, Larissa in about 2h30m to 3h, and Kalambaka in roughly 4h30m to 5h with a change at Paleofarsalos on many services. Proastiakos trains link Athens with Athens Airport in about 40m, Kiato in around 1h20m, Chalkida in about 1h15m, and Piraeus in roughly 20m to 25m.

How do I get from Athens to the airport by train?

Athens Airport is served by Proastiakos suburban rail at Athens Airport station. Trains link Athens Larissa Station and the wider rail network with Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, with some services continuing through the city toward Piraeus or other suburban destinations. Airport rail tickets can be bought through Rail Monsters where available for the selected date and route.

Can I buy Athens train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute tickets may be available for Proastiakos and regional trains around Athens, but long-distance InterCity trains can sell out or have fewer fare options near departure. Rail Monsters accepts Athens train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, which helps during Greek Easter, August holidays, Christmas and New Year, and busy weekends on the Thessaloniki corridor.

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