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How to get from Cardiff to Athens?

Are you planning to travel to Athens from Cardiff and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Cardiff to Athens, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Cardiff and Athens, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (First Great Western, FlixBus, National Express, MegaBus or FlyBE), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Cardiff and Athens, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Cardiff Athens trip.

For your trip from Cardiff to Athens, you have several transport options

Cardiff to Athens bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Cardiff to Athens, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Cardiff to Athens train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Cardiff Athens train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Flights Cardiff Athens

Many flights connect Cardiff to Athens every day, offering a quick and convenient option for travellers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Athens in record time.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Cardiff to Athens transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Cardiff Athens

City of departure
Cardiff
United Kingdom
Wales
Destination city
Athens
Greece
Attica
Distance
1601 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Cardiff to Athens easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Cardiff to Athens easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Cardiff and Athens that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as First Great Western, FlixBus, National Express, MegaBus or FlyBE to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Cardiff and Athens with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Cardiff and Athens

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Cardiff to Athens?
Speed Cardiff to Athens trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Environmentally friendly The Cardiff-Athens train is considered to be a more environmentally friendly means of transport than flying or driving alone.
Flexibility Cardiff Athens train times may be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains if necessary.
Cost Cardiff Athens train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Cardiff to Athens?
Choice of airlines There are many airlines operating flights from Cardiff to Athens, both direct and with a stopover, giving travellers a wide choice.
Speed Flying between Cardiff and Athens is the fastest way to travel the 1601 mi between Cardiff and Athens.
Security checks Travellers to Athens often have to arrive at Cardiff airport early due to strict security checks.
Environmental disadvantages Flights to Cardiff Athens have a negative impact on the environment due to greenhouse gas emissions, as flying is one of the most polluting modes of transport.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Cardiff to Athens?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Cardiff and Athens, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
On-board services Modern buses between Cardiff and Athens are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power points and toilets.
Travel time Buses from Cardiff to Athens are usually much slower than trains to Athens to cover the 1601 mi distance.
Comfort Cardiff-Athens buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.

Where to start from in Cardiff? Where do I arrive in Athens?

Cardiff departure bus stations

Cardiff
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Cardiff Departure Stations

Cardiff Central
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Departure airports in Cardiff

Cardiff-Wales
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Athens Arrival Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos International
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coach Cardiff Athens

The frequency of departures to Cardiff from Athens varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Athens, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

The average price of a bus ticket for the Cardiff-Athens route varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all coach prices from Cardiff to Athens on Vivanoda.

Most buses between Cardiff and Athens are new and usually have on-board power sockets for charging devices, but this may vary depending on the carrier.

The duration of the bus journey between Cardiff and Athens usually varies depending on traffic conditions and any stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses travelling to Athens for your travel date.

Bus companies Cardiff Athens

FlixBus
FlixBus
National Express
National Express
MegaBus
MegaBus
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Trains Cardiff Athens

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Cardiff to Athens. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Cardiff and Athens.

Train tickets from Cardiff to Athens can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

To get the best deals on train tickets between Cardiff and Athens, it is recommended to book in advance, be flexible with the timetable and compare the ticket prices with Vivanoda.

The average train journey time from Cardiff to Athens depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Athens are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by doing a price search on Vivanoda.

Train companies from Cardiff to Athens

First Great Western
First Great Western
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Flights Cardiff Athens

Airlines Cardiff Athens

FlyBE
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Cityjet
Cityjet
Easyjet
Easyjet
Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines
British Airways
British Airways
Ryanair
Ryanair
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Air France
Transavia.com France
Transavia.com France
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