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How to get from Iraklio to Athens?

Are you planning to travel to Athens from Iraklio 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 Iraklio to Athens, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Iraklio and Athens, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Hellenic Train), 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 Iraklio and Athens, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Iraklio Athens trip.

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

Iraklio to Athens train

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

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

Travel information for Iraklio Athens

City of departure
Iraklio
Greece
Destination city
Athens
Greece
Attica
Distance
199 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by train
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Plan your trip from Iraklio to Athens easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Iraklio 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 Iraklio 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 Hellenic Train to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Iraklio and Athens with peace of mind!

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

Iraklio Departure Stations

Iraklio
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Athens Arrival Stations

Athens International Airport / Διεθνής Αερολιμένας Αθηνών 
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Doukissis Plakentias
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SKA (Rail center of Acharnes)
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Trains Iraklio Athens

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Iraklio to Athens at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Iraklio to Athens. There is no weight limit, but some train companies limit the amount of luggage you can take with you and require you to pay a supplement. On the other hand, the size of the luggage should be reasonable, as space inside the train is often limited.

The average train journey time from Iraklio 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 Iraklio to Athens

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