The Athens to Thessaloniki route is very popular among travelers who want to explore Greece and enjoy the mainland. While there are five ways to get from Athens to Thessaloniki and we already gave detailed information about buses from Athens to Thessaloniki , the train remains one of the most popular ways to travel on the mainland.

Where do the trains to Thessaloniki depart from?

Athens is served by two railway stations but all trains to Thessaloniki depart from Larissis R.S., located really close to the city center.

How long does it take to travel from Athens to Thessaloniki by train?

The regular trains take up to 7.5 hours, while the Intercity (IC) trains take about 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get to Thessaloniki by train?

Unfortunately the prices are not available on any website, no even on OSE (the Greek Railways official website).

Where can I buy train tickets from?

The only way to buy tickets is directly from the train station.

How many trains depart from Athens to Thessaloniki ?

The easiest way to check the schedule is on Bahn.de and they do list both fast and normal trains.

The following normal trains are available between Athens and Thessaloniki: at 9:21 a.m., 2:53 p.m., 10:55 p.m. and 11:59 p.m. The IC trains depart at 6:50 a.m., 7:53 a.m., 10:51 a.m., 1:21 p.m., 7:28 p.m. and 8:39 p.m. All trains depart daily.

Are there any overnight trains between Athens and Thessaloniki?

Yes, the normal train departing at 11:59 p.m. from Athens arrives in Thessaloniki at 6:53 a.m.

How about the trains from Thessaloniki to Athens ?

The following normal trains link Thessaloniki to Athens: at 11:33 p.m., 12:42 p.m., 4:33 p.m. and 10:59 p.m. The IC trains depart at 1:51 a.m., 7:24 a.m., 10:13 a.m., 11:40 a.m., 2:54 p.m. and 7:01 p.m.

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