By train from Thessaloniki to Igoumenitsa

The Question:

is it possible to travel by train from thessaloniki to igumenitsa?


The Answer:

Hi!

Unfortunatelly there is no train connection between Thessaloniki and Igoumenitsa. OSE railways reaches only until Kalambaka or Trikala, both enough away from Igoumenitsa. You can travel by KTEL buses though. The trip will last 7-8 hours and you can call at 0030 2310 500111 to find out timetables and availability.

Hope I helped you!

-Stavros

Athens to Venice by train

The Question:

hi,
really need help regarding train's time table from athens to venice.how long will it takes from athens to venice?
thanks
noni

The Answer:

Hello Noni!

Well there is train connection between Athens and Venice. The trip will take 40-50 hours, during which multiple stops will be necessary. You can see the timetables and search multiple dates at the site of International Train Planner. I believe this is really helpful for your case and will find easily all you may need for your trip.

Regards!
-Stavros

Istanbul to Igoumenitsa via Thessaloniki and then ferry to Brindisi

The Question:

Hi Stavros,I am planning to travel from Istanbul to Igoumenitsa via Thessaloniki by bus in late March 2009 and then catch a ferry to Brindisi (Italy).Please would you give me an idea of travel times, cost and if I can get a ferry from Igoumenitsa to Brindisi in late March 2009.
Thank You.
Regards Bob.

The Answer:

Hey Bob!

Well from Istanbul you can catch the bus heading to Thessaloniki. The cost one way is about 45 E and the trip lasts 12 hours with one stop at Alexandroupolis. The bus from Istanbul towards Thessaloniki leaves once a day from Büyük Otogar (Main Bus Terminal) and you can contact this terminal to find information on timetables.
Then from Thessaloniki you change buses to Igoumenitsa. It is being realized one route per day departing at 13.00 so you should plan arriving from Istanbul ontime. The cost with KTEL bus between Thessaloniki and Igoumenitsa is 37 E and you will arrive at Igoumenitsa 5 hours later.
To get to Brindisi there is ferry connection from Igoumenitsa and the trip lasts 7 hours. For timetable you should contant the ferry companies directly as they haven't announced online schedule for spring 2009 yet. The cost is between 40 and 140 euros depending on the seat you will choose (deck, external cambine, etc).

Hope I helped you!

-Stavros

Schedule 2009 for seaplane services between Corfu and Lefkas

The Question:

Doyou have any information on the prices and schedules for the seaplane services between Corfu and Lefkas for August 2009?


The Answer:

Hi!

It is a bit early for the seaplane agencies to annouce schedules and timetables now. You should expect them at around late March. For good prices at ferry tickets I always check the site www.fantasticgreece.com. Look it up then!

-Stavros

How do I get to Ptolemaida?

The Question:

How do I get from Athens to Ptolemaida, direct as possible?Can I fly to Finland from Northern Greece or will I have to fly from Athens?I will be visiting in Later January\' 09


The Answer:

Hello there!

Ptolemaida is 513 km from Athens and there are KTEL buses going there in about 8 hours. The time table is 07:45, 12:15, 15:15 and 21:00 (to book your ticket call at +30 210 5147382). From Thessaloniki, the distance is much shorter (163 km) and the trip lasts less than 2 hours. There are KTEL buses as well and for timetable you can call +30 2310 595445.
As far as your flight to Finland is concerned, I suggest you check the dates you are interested in at www.fantasticgreece.com. They 've got very good prices. I tried and found easily flights from Thessaloniki airport to Helsinki so you should have no problems to fly to Finland from Northern Greece instead of returning back to Athens.

-Stavros

Taxi number for Stavros area in Crete

The Question:

Hello
I'am looking for taxi numbers in the region of stavros/crete. We want to go out on the next friday but i can't find any number of taxi's close to our hotel.
Greetz Tinuz


The Answer:

Hello Tinuz!

You can call at +30 2821098700 and arrange the transfer. This is a taxi company performing routes at the region of Chania where Stavros is located.

Hope I helped you. Enjoy Crete!

-Stavros

Bus connection Athens-Preveza

The Question:

Looking for a bus from athens to preveza on 16th april 2009.


The Answer:

Hello hello!
There are daily KTEL bus lines to Preveza departing at 07.30, 12.00 (through Aktion), 13.30, 17.00 and 20.00 from Kifissos Suburban Bus Station Athens.
You can find out more by calling at 0030210 5129252 or 0030210 5154179. The trip lasts 6 hours and ticket costs 33,6 euros.

Hope I helped you!
-Stavros

Driving Igoumenitsa-Ipsala

The Question:

Hi,thiking to travel from denmark to turkey through greece.How is te road condition from Igoumenitsa to ipsala turkish border ?How long will it take by car?thanks


The Answer:

Hello!

From Igoumenitsa to Ipsala is about 2900 km (1800 miles). Depending on your car's speed you can calculate the driving time.
As the distance is quite long I guess you will have to organize some stops so that to enjoy the most your road trip. Some good ideas to stop by could be at Ioannina, Konitsa, Thessaloniki and Alexandroupoli and then you just cross into Turkey at Ipsala.
Simply follow the signs and as long as you stick to the main roads you should have no problems.

Hope I helped you.
-Stavros

Igoumenitsa to Halkidiki-Kassandra

The Question:

Stavros please help?Am coming to greece on Honeymoon via Venice... am planning to take my new bride to The Sani Beach Resort Near Thessaloniki. so my question is this.. we care thinking getting a ferry from Venice to IGOUMENITSA? and then overland to the hotel??Is this the best option or can we do a better option? Ideally ferry all the way..? Hiring a car is not wat we want to do,and i would be one way?thank u please A

The Answer:

Hello!
Unfortunatelly there is not a ferry connection Igoumenitsa-Thessaloniki.
If you don't prefer rending a car the only solution I can see is getting the bus.
There is a bus everyday 10.30 in the morning from Igoumenitsa heading to Thessaloniki. The trip lasts about 5 hours and then you will have to change bus (leaving on 18.00 and 20.00). This extra 1.5 hour trip with the second bus from Thessaloniki to Halkidiki-Kassandra (where The Sani Beach Resort is located) is the best part so don't worry. You will enjoy the scenic!

Hope I helped!

-Stavros

Bus connection from Ouranoupolis to Thessaloniki

The Question:

Hello, I need bus connection on tomorrow from Ouranopoli to Thessaloniki...
Thanks a lot, mary


The Aswer:

Hi Mary!
Well I just saw your message so I hope it's not too late!
Busses from Ouranoupolis to Thessaloniki follow the hereunder schedule:
05:30, 08:00, 09:30, 13:00, 14:15, 17:45.
Please note that the first 2 ones are not being reallized on Sundays.

Hope I have helped!

-Stavros

Coach from Volos to Thessaloniki

The Question:

I need to book a coach from volto Thessaloniki but i can only find details in greek on the KTEL site. Help!


The Answer:

Hello!
I just found the KTEL coach timetable for you:
VOLOS - THESSALONIKI Weekdays & Saturday 04:30, 06:00, 08:00, 10:00, 12:15, 14:00, 16:15, 18:15, 20:30. Sunday 06:00, 08:00, 10:00, 12:15, 14:00, 16:15, 18:15, 20:30.
You can call on (0030) 2421033254 or the general KTEL line 14505 for info and booking.
Enjoy your trip!

-Stavros