How to get to Patras
✈️ From Athens International Airport (ATH)
Option 1 (TRAIN):
Take the train from Athens International Airport to Kato Acharnai station.
🚆 Change Trains
At Kato Acharnai, switch to the train going toward Kiato.
🚌 From Kiato to Patras
Once you arrive in Kiato, a bus will be waiting to take you directly to the Patras City Center.
Directions here
Option 2 (BUS):
From Athens International Airport, take the X93 bus to the Kifisos Intercity Bus Station (KTEL).
🚌 From Athens to Patras
At Kifisos Station, take a KTEL bus directly to Patras. Buses run frequently, and the journey takes around 2.5 to 3 hours.
💡 Tip: You can buy your ticket at the station or online in advance at ktelachaias.gr.
✈️ From Preveza International Airport (PVK)
Option 1 (BUS): *Not recommended*
From Aktion Airport, take a local bus to Lefkada. Buses are available directly from the airport to Lefkas.
🚌 From Lefkas to Patras
From Lefkada, catch a KTEL bus to Patras.
Option 2 (PRIVATE TRANSFER):
You can book a private transfer from Aktion Airport to Patras or rent a car. The distance is approximately 158.8 km, and the trip takes about 2 hours.
✈️ From Araxos Airport (GPA)
Option 1 (TAXI):
From Araxos Airport, take a taxi to Patras. Taxis are usually readily available outside the arrivals terminal, but you can pre-book one from one of these websites: Welcome Pickups or Airport Taxis. It only takes 45-50 minutes to arrive in Patras.
✈️ From Kalamata Airport (KLX) to Patras
🚌 Option 1: Bus via Kalamata City
- From Kalamata Airport, take a local bus or taxi to the Kalamata Central Bus Station.
- From Kalamata, board a KTEL bus to Patras. The journey takes approximately 4 hours and 20 minutes, including transfers.
🚗 Option 2: Private Transfer
For a more direct and comfortable journey, you can book a private transfer from Kalamata Airport to Patras. The distance is approximately 277 km, and the trip takes about 2 hours and 50 minutes. Prices vary depending on the service provider and vehicle type.
🚘 Option 3: Car Rental
Renting a car is another convenient option. The drive from Kalamata Airport to Patras is about 192 km and takes approximately 3 hours and 18 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.