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How to get from Rome to Athens?

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

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (Hellenic Train, Italo (NTV), Trenitalia, Blablabus or FlixBus), 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 Rome and Athens, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Rome Athens trip.

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

Rome to Athens ferry

The ferry between Rome and Athens is an interesting transport option for travellers looking for a stress-free trip and a unique experience.

Rome to Athens bus

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

Rome to Athens train

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

Flights Rome Athens

Many flights connect Rome 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.

Carpooling Rome Athens

Carpooling between Rome and Athens is perfect if you want to travel to Athens in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Rome or Athens.

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

Travel information for Rome Athens

City of departure
Rome
Italy
Latium
Destination city
Athens
Greece
Attica
Distance
653 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by flights
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Plan your trip from Rome to Athens easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Rome 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 Rome 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, Italo (NTV), Trenitalia, Blablabus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Rome and Athens with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Rome and Athens

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by ferry from Rome to Athens?
Comfort The Rome Athens ferry offers much more space to move around and relax during the journey to Athens than any other mode of transport.
Duration Ferry journeys between Rome and Athens can take longer than using other modes of transport such as air travel, which can be a disadvantage for travellers in a hurry to get to Athens.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Rome to Athens?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Rome and Athens, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Rome-Athens buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Rome to Athens?
Comfort Trains between Rome and Athens generally offer more legroom and extra comfort for passengers.
Cost Rome Athens train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Rome to Athens?
Speed Flying between Rome and Athens is the fastest way to travel the 653 mi between Rome and Athens.
Security checks Travellers to Athens often have to arrive at Rome airport early due to strict security checks.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Rome to Athens?
Economical Carpooling from Rome to Athens is often the most economical way to travel.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool from Rome to Athens can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.

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

Rome departure bus stations

Roma Tiburtina
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Aeroporto Fiumicino
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Aeroporto Ciampino
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Rome Departure Stations

Roma Termini
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Roma Tiburtina
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Ottaviano
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Departure airports in Rome

Fiumicino
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Ciampino
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Athens Arrival Ports

Athens Piraeus E6
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Athens Piraeus E1
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Athens Piraeus E3
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Athens Arrival Stations

Athens / Αθήνα
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SKA (Rail center of Acharnes)
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Athens Arrival Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos International
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Ferry Rome Athens

It is usually possible to take your car on the ferry from Rome to Athens, but there will be additional costs. We recommend that you do a fare search on Vivanoda to compare the different ferry deals available between Rome and Athens and to assess the transport conditions.

This depends very much on the time of year you wish to travel between Rome and Athens. Please note that there is no direct ferry service between Rome and Athens and you will need to combine the trip to Athens with another mode of transport.

The price of a ferry ticket from Rome to Athens can vary depending on the ferry company and the season. It is therefore advisable to search for Rome to Athens ferry tickets on Vivanoda. This will allow you to compare the different companies and find out the current rates.

Ferry Companies Rome Athens

Hellenic Seaways
Hellenic Seaways
Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries
Superfast Ferries
Superfast Ferries
Minoan Lines
Minoan Lines
Aigaion Pelagos
Aigaion Pelagos
ANEK Lines
ANEK Lines
Cyclades Fast Ferries
Cyclades Fast Ferries
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coach Rome Athens

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

Buses between Rome and Athens usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before travelling. In any case, breaks at motorway service stations are provided.

Rome-Athens buses are generally equipped with air-conditioning to keep passengers comfortable, especially in the summer when temperatures are high.

Bus companies Rome Athens

Blablabus
Blablabus
FlixBus
FlixBus
Fiumicino Express
Fiumicino Express
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Trains Rome Athens

Passengers can of course take luggage with them on the train from Rome 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.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Rome 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 Rome and Athens.

Trains between Rome and Athens are equipped with power sockets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power sockets are available in most carriages, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

Train companies from Rome to Athens

Hellenic Train
Hellenic Train
Italo (NTV)
Italo (NTV)
Trenitalia
Trenitalia
Ferrovia Circumvesuviana
Ferrovia Circumvesuviana
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Flights Rome Athens

Airlines Rome Athens

Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Olympic Air
Olympic Air
Ryanair
Ryanair
Meridiana
Meridiana
Easyjet
Easyjet
Alitalia
Alitalia
Vueling Airlines
Vueling Airlines
Volotea
Volotea
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Carpool Rome Athens

The average cost of a carpool from Rome to Athens depends on a number of factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, and the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimate of the price and availability of a carpooling trip from Rome to Athens, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transport modes between Rome and Athens, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

The duration of a carpool trip between Rome and Athens also depends on the traffic conditions and the route taken by the driver. By starting a price search on Vivanoda now, you will get the estimated time for each available carpool offer.

Carpooling platform Rome Athens

Blablacar
Blablacar
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