Do Buses heading to Patras from Kifissos Bus Station stop at Piraeus Port?

The Question:

Dear Stavros,
Thank you so much for that info you sent on the train toPatra. the ose site was a nightmare I will check now but as the trainsare every hour it could be less of a hassle than getting to Kiffisoubus station. 1 other question then please dont the athens to Patraskifisou buses run through Pireaus and if so couldnt I catch that busin Pireaus port?
Thanks again best wishes kalo xeimona na exete!!
Phillada


The Answer:

Hello Phillada!
The buses that depart from the Kifissos Bus station heading to Patras do not pass through Piraeus, because Piraeus is actually not in their way to Patras. They go straight to the National Road of Athens-Korinthos and then Korinthos-Patras. So in order to access Patras by bus, you need to reach the Kifissos bus station from Piraeus and from there the bus goes straight to Patras and the possible first stop is at Korinthos.
Hope I helped!

-Stavros

Winter Destinations in Greece

The Question:

i will be in Greece begining November 9. Besides Athens, were is the best place to visit this time of year? What are the must sees? Is Santorini or Crete good to visit this time of year?


The Answer:

Hello!
Greece has many beautiful destinations to offer during this period. Some suggestions are Kalampaka and Meteora, Ioannina, Zagorochoria and Xanthi. All these destinations are located in central and northern Greece and better reached by car, although you can also reach them by bus or train.
As far as Santorini and Crete are concerned, depending on the weather these two islands can be very picturesque. Santorini's only disadvantage is that in case there are strong winds, ferries won't be able to reach the island. Crete on the other hand, has far more options to offer and due to its southern location, the weather is also warmer and with less rainfalls.
Hope I have helped!

-Stavros

From Thessaloniki to Igoumenitsa

The Question:

How can I get by train or bus from Thessaloniki to Igoumenitsa?


The Answer:

Hello!
There is no train connection between Thessaloniki and Igoumenitsa, but you can take the suburban bus KTEL. To find out more regarding departure times you can contact their call center at +30 2310 500111.

-Stavros

From the Athens International Airport to Piraeus Port

The Question:

Hello!!I will be arriving in Athens airport mid-morning and want to go to the Piraeus Dream Hotel in Piraeus.How much would taxi fare be?Any other good options for 2 tired jet-lagged travelers with a couple suitcases each?


The Answer:

Hello!
The taxi transfer from the Athens International Airport to your hotel in Piraeus will cost you approximately 50 euros. I don't have any other suggestion, except the bus line X96 which departs from the Athens International Airport and arrives at the Piraeus port. From there you will need to catch a taxi and this is rather difficult if you arrive there at heavy traffic hours. The taxi transfer will certainly cost you no more than 10 euros though since the hotel is very close to the port.
Hope I have helped!

-Stavros