How to Travel to Greece From the UK

Plaka, located at the heart of Athens’s city centre neighbourhoods, is an area filled with winding streets and neoclassical architecture that’s great to explore on foot and take in its atmosphere in one of its cafes.

RegioJet and Flixbus offer bus services between London and Athens that take approximately 44 hours, including layovers. Eurostar trains run between London St Pancras, Paris, Lyon and Belgrade before reaching Athens Larissa Station in Athens.

Flights

As summer draws nearer, flights to Greece become more affordable worldwide. Peak months like July and August can become quite pricey; booking early can save money. Furthermore, spring and autumn offer good weather as well as lower airfares.

For most travelers, flying directly from an international airport in the United States to Athens Eleftherios V airport is the most preferred travel method to Greece. But alternative methods such as train, bus and ferry may also work; among the amazing places to see in Greece are Meteora with its group of six monasteries built centuries ago on sandstone rock pillars; Thessaloniki has two impressive churches to see as well as taking an overnight Superfast Ferry cruise that gives a different perspective of this beautiful country;

Ferries

Ferries provide an efficient means of exploring Greece. Ferries connect most islands and even the mainland; many run frequently during the summer season while some operate every day of the year.

There are numerous ferry operators companies in Greece. Most have websites where tickets can be purchased. You may also buy them at kiosks or ticket offices around Pireaus; it is, however, preferable to book them online.

SeaJets operates the most sought-after ferries, boasting 15 high-speed vessels. Additionally, this company also runs conventional passenger and car ferries; their conventional passenger ferries feature different seating types like “airplane” seats and cabins for passenger use; economy seats may be the cheapest option but you may prefer something more comfortable; just remember some vessels might be very old or in poor condition!

Buses

travel by train to Greece can be an exciting and adventurous way of experiencing this captivating country. The journey typically lasts three days from London and ends up in Athens via Paris, Munich and Belgrade; direct flights between London and Athens may also be available from many airlines.

Buses offer convenient long distance travel within mainland Greece, though their frequency may be reduced during off season. The national network KTEL (Kratiko Tamio Ellinikon Leoforion) includes routes to even remote islands – you can book tickets in advance from home or one of many travel agencies throughout Greece.

To enter Greece, a passport or ID card valid for at least ten years and three months beyond your planned date of return is needed, and must contain a readable visa page.

Trains

Train travel can be an economical and fast alternative to flying for trips from the UK to Greece, often taking less than 48 hours from start to finish. Start your day in London St Pancras before taking an Eurostar through Paris to Milan, before continuing along the French Alps to Milan via Frecciarossa train, where an overnight stop awaits before continuing along Adriatic coast towards Bari in Italy for air-conditioned Frecciarossa train service along Adriatic coast and overnight ferry sailings over to Patras – see Trains to Greece page for details, timetables, fares & booking information & availability!

Petty crime such as pickpocketing and bag snatching are prevalent in tourist areas and islands. Drink spiking should also be taken seriously; avoid accepting drinks from strangers and leaving them unattended. Hospitals exist in all major cities; however medical bills can become quite expensive so travel insurance should always be purchased.