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

  1. From Kalamata Airport, take a local bus or taxi to the Kalamata Central Bus Station.
  2. 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.