How to get to Athens
Transportation in Athens is very easy and pleasant. When you get off the plane, you can reach the city center in a short time and find yourself walking in the shadow of the Acropolis or tasting local delicacies accompanied by ouzo in a tavern.
1. By plane
The fastest way to get to Athens from Turkey is by plane. There are direct flights from Istanbul to Athens. You can also reach Athens with connecting flights from other major cities. Athens International Eleftherios Venizelos Airport is the main airport serving the city.
2. By Bus or Private Car
You can travel to Athens by road from Turkey. In this case, you will need to use the border crossings to enter Greece from Turkey. This journey is usually long and may involve many border controls.
3. By ferry
There are ferry services from various ports in Turkey to Greece. These ferries usually cross the Aegean Sea to Athens. There are ferries from Turkish ports such as Izmir, Cesme and Bodrum to the Greek islands and Athens.
4. By Train
Traveling by train is also an option but there is no direct train line. Therefore, you may need to transfer several times.
5. Rent a Car
Another option for traveling from Turkey to Athens is to rent a car. However, you should consider border crossing rules and policies of car rental companies when traveling between countries.
For accommodation suggestions, you can check our Athens Hotels page.
