Ask Stavros - Greece Travel Forum

Agios Konstantinos from Patras

2009-03-03T04:40:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Halo,
Thank you very much for your valuable reply. I have a doubt, can i take a KTEL Busfrom Patras to Agios Konstantinos and then take a ferry to Skiathos. Is this better or your previous option of going to Volos From Patras is better. By seeing the Map it seemed that Agios Konstantinos is closer to Patras.The second question is i have checked cheap Air fares from SKIATHOS TO ATHENS is about 50 Euros, Do you suggest me to take a Flight from Skiathos to Athens by Air OR whether i should take a Land and Ferry route, Ie, Skiathos to Agios Konstantinos by Ferry and KTEL Bus from Ag Konstantinos to Athens.
Thank you and awaiting for your reply.
Regards
Chittinani

The Answer:

Hello Chittinani,

Thank you for your kind words!

Agios Konstantinos is indeed closer to Patras that is Volos. But the thing is that there is not bus connection to Agios Konstantinos from Patras. You can only travel to Lamia, a town close to Agios Konstantinos.
As far as your second question is concerned, I cannot advice you, as the ferry pricetables have not been announced yet, so that to compare the costs. They are expected by the mid of March in http://www.fantasticgreece.com/.

I wish you a pleasant trip to Greece :)

-Stavros

Ferry from Aghios Konstantinos to Skiathos

2009-03-03T04:13:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Hello Stavros...How r you??
mela we need to know the ferry times from Aghios Konstantinos to Skiathos for the 7th of April and from Skiathos to Skopelos for the same day or possibly the next.
Thanks and see you in greece. I will buy you a drink if you help me.

The Answer:

Hello mate,

ufortunatelly the ferry schedules regarding Agios Constantinos-Skiathos and from there towards Skopelos or other islands - containing timetable and prices - are not available yet. Come back at http://www.fantasticgreece.com/ in a couple of weeks that will be online.

Cheers!

-Stavros

How to reach Skiathos from Athens

2009-03-03T04:08:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Hi there,
What is the cheapest way to travel from Athens to Skiathos in the first week of May? Flights are coming up at about 120 Euro return, but is there a ferry, bus or train option?
Many thanks.

The Answer:

Hey,

there is a bus departing from Athens going to Agios Konstantinos port in Central Greece. From there you simply take the ferry to Skiathos. There are both flying dolphins and regular ferries and the trip varies between 1 and 1,5 hour. You can check the seaplane schedules and prices in a few days that they are expected to be online from www.fantasticgreece.com or www.hellenicseaways.gr/.
The public transport K.T.E.L. bus from Athens LIOSION intercity station to Agios Konstantinos departs a quarter past, every hour and the trip is 2 hours and 15 minutes. Ticket costs 14 euros.
I suggest you to wait a few days to get the ferry prices and see wheather the flight connection is better for you.

Happy to have helped you!

-Stavros

Driving Athens-Ptolemaida

2009-03-03T02:00:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Stavros,
How would you recommend three of us got from Athens to Ptolemaida and back? We have three days total.
Thank you.
George

The Answer:

Hello again George,

you can plan your own route from ViaMichelin site. It is rather detailed and you will get all the useful information. A good idea to stopover is Katerini. It is a beautiful city and you will have the chance to have a great walk there before you get to Ptolemaida!

-Stavros

From Livadia heading to Igoumenitsa and then Corfu

2009-03-03T01:16:00.000-08:00

The Question:

dear stavros i want to know, there is a bus from levadea to igumenitsa or direct to corfù?
thank you very much!

The Answer:

Hello there!

Well, there is not direct convenient connection. You will have to take the bus at 11.00 am from Livadia to Ioannina and then change bus to Igoumenitsa, where there are ferries to get you to Corfu island. You can call at the bus stations to ask availability and rates: 0030 22610 28272 for Livadia Ktel bus station and 0030 26510 26286 for Ioannina.
Why don't you rent a car? Check out the site http://www.fantasticgreece.com/ at car rentals section.

Enjoy Corfu!

-Stavros

From Athens to Preveza

2009-03-03T01:08:00.000-08:00

The Question:

When do the coaches from Athens to Preveza start. i.e. month. And what days and times do they leave. How much does it cost?

The Answer:

Hey,

there are daily buses connecting Athens with Preveza: 7.30, 13.30. 17.00 and 20.00. The trip to Preveza is about 6 hours and the cost will be 34 Euros. Call at the station (0030 210 5154179) if you need more.

Always glad to help!

-Stavros

Thessaloniki - Stavros Halkidikis

2009-03-03T01:02:00.001-08:00

The Question:

Geia sas! ;) Could you be so kind and tell me how to get from thessaloniki to stavros or vrasna? It is in north part of halkidiki.
Thank you! anna

The Answer:

Geia sou Anna,

There is local bus from Thessaloniki station at 17 Eirinis Str. going to Stavros of Halkidikis. The routes of this bus are really frequent (e.g there is one at 11, then at 13.30 and another one at 15.00 and so on). The last route is being realized at 22.00. You can can call at 0030 2310 522164 to find out more.

Hope this was helpful!

-Stavros

Connection to Kavala from Thessaloniki and Athens

2009-03-02T23:52:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Hi,
what night bus/train connections are there between Athens and Kavala (departure/arrival times and price-approx.) respect. between Thessaloniki and Athens in march?
Eyharisto

The Answer:

Hi!

Thessaloniki-Kavala is being connected via KTEL bus easily and the trip lasts 2,5 hours. The latest routes are at 19.00, 20.00 and 22.00 and the cost is 13,5 euros.
From Athens the distance is longer and the last route leaves at 20.30. You will be at Kavala around 5.30 am next day. This bus will cost you 52 euros.

Best regards,

-Stavros

Routes to Skiathos and Alonissos islands

2009-02-26T00:20:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Hello Stavros!
We plan for summer 09 (June27-July10)is to spend 10 days on Skiathos plus 4 more days on Alonissos and then take a ferry back to the mainland. Which port do you recommend we should choose for our departure? Can we take a ferry from Skiathos to Alonissos? If we go back from Alonissos, in which port shall we land? Do you have an idea about the cost of such journey for a couple and a Renault Megane?
Thanks a lot. We love Greece!

The Answer:

Heeeeeeello!!!!
Great that you love Greece :P
Seaplane airlines have announced their first schedules until March-April time. For late June and July that you are interested in the timetable is expected to be online in a month or so. You can check then at http://www.fantasticgreece.com/ and http://www.hellenicseaways.gr/.
For your departure I recommend you the port of Volos: there is regular route Volos-Skiathos and way back and the cost changes according the ferry type you will choose. It is not expensive.
Connections between Skiathos and Alonissos are being realized with local boats, so you won't have problems. Port names are "Volos port" for Volos town in mainland, for Skiathos either "Skiathos port" or "Glossa" depending the type of the boat you will choose and "Patitiri" for Alonissos.
You will find prices and booking forms in the above mentioned sites.

Hope this was helpful for you!

-Stavros!

Igoumenitsa-Ioannina

2009-02-25T03:36:00.000-08:00

The Question:

can i have the bus from igoumenitsa to ioannina at around 8.00 a.m. at thursday 26.2.2009???

The Answer:

Hi!
Yes, tomorrow 26/2/09 there is bus connection Igoumenitsa-Ioannina at 08.15 am.
You can call at the station to reserve a seat (0030-26650-22309)
Hope I helped you!

-Stavros

Athens to Vassiliki (Lefkada island)

2009-02-25T02:02:00.000-08:00

The Question:

How do I get from Athens to Vassiliki?

The Answer:

Hello,
There is Ktel Bus connection Athens-Lefkada town everyday at 7.00 am and 13.00. In 5,5 hours you will be in Lefkada island and from the station you simply change bus towards Vasiliki. The ticket cost will be around 33 euros. You can call at Kifissos KTEL Bus Station in Athens to book a ticket at 210-5150108.

Have fun in beautiful Lefkada!

-Stavros

Igoumenitsa/Patra to Skiathos

2009-02-25T01:08:00.000-08:00

The Question:

To Reach Skiathos from BRINDSI.

Do i have to arrive at Igoumenitsa or Patrasto reach Skiathos. I am traveling along with my family of FOUR.

FROM Igoumenitsa / Patras HOW SHOULD I REACH SKIATHOSPl suggest the convenient way to reach Skiathos.

Thank YouChittinani

The Answer:

Hello,

From Igoumenitsa it is a bit hard to travel until Volos and then take the ferry to Skiathos. You will have to take the KTEL bus until Ioannina and then change bus until Volos. Bus stations' telephones are 0030 26650 22309 and 0030 26510 26286 for each one if you want to know about the timetables.
From Patra it is easier. There is a KTEL bus on 15.30 leaving Patras towards Volos. The trip lasts 5 hours and the cost is 24 euros. You can call the bus station at 0030 2610 623887.
As soon as you get to Volos there are frequent ferry lines to Skiathos at the port, so it shouldn't be a problem. You can check the routes online at http://www.fantasticgreece.com/ and http://www.hellenicseaways.gr/ in a few days that will be announced.

Regards,

-Stavros

Ferries to Skiathos

2009-02-24T01:07:00.000-08:00

The Question:

what is the ferry between Volos and Athens called that goes to Skiathos

The Answer:

Hello,

there is not a specific name for the ferry. You can check the timetable from www.hellenicseaways.gr and www.fantasticgreece.com in a few days. From Volos the boat trip lasts three hours if you catch the ferry or one & a half by the hydrofoil.
The trip takes almost the half hour if you take the ferries from Aghios Konstantinos, the port on the mainland, between Athens & Volos (if you mean the name of the port).

Hope I have helped you!

-Stavros

Skopelos to Athens ferry connection

2009-02-23T05:24:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Hello Stavros,
5JUN Need to get from Istanbul to Skopelos.
12JUN need to leave Skopelos for Athens can fly Skiathos to Athens but cant find a ferry service. Could spend nights of 12/13JUN on JSI if this helps..
Would like ferry times / prices -for 2 ladies..many thks Dawn

The Answer:

Hello hello!
The reason why you can't find ferry service from Skopelos to Athens is because seaplane airlines have not announced yet their schedules. During summer that kind of routes are frequent and last about 2 hours depending on the type of ferry you will take (katamaran, flying dolphin).
I suggest you don't worry about availability and check http://www.fantasticgreece.com/ in 20 days from now that schedule is estimated to be online.

-Stavros

From Skopelos to Athens

2009-02-23T03:49:00.000-08:00

The Question:

On the 3rd November, we wish to travel from Skopelos to Athens by Dolphin boat and bus. We have a flight to catch at Athens Airport at 1.30 p.m. Will we make it? I believe the boat leaves Skopelos at 7 a.m. - is this correct?

The Answer:

Hey,

Dolphin schedules have not been announced yet. You can come back at http://www.fantasticgreece.com/ in a couple of months and check the timetables.
If we suppose that the boat leaves at 7.00 am you need at least 2-3 hours until Agios Konstantinos port and from there, there are frequent buses to Athens and it will take you approxematelly 1,5 hour. From Athens city centre you need 40 minutes to get to the airport... so I think you must stick to the timetables if you want to make it without risk! Maybe it is better to rent a car from Agios Konstantinos and drive all the way until Athesn Airport. View the road plan from ViaMichellin site.

Cheers!

-Stavros

Athens-Thessaloniki-Igoumenitsa connections

2009-02-23T03:31:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Hi Stavros! I would like to fly to Athens, then get the train from Athens to Thessaloniki (which I heard is beautiful), then get a train from Thessaloniki to Igoumenitsa. Is this possible?
Thanks very much, Stuart.

The Answer:

Hi Stuart,

yes, Thessaloniki is beautiful! The train towards Thessaloniki from Athens departs at 06:50, 09:20, 10.50, 14:50, 19:25 and more. Call at 1110, it is the call centre of OSE trains and will help you the most! Ask to know which route is express as some of them reach Thessaloniki in 4,5 hours and others in 6 hours.
From Thessaloniki there is no train connection to Igoumentisa but you can take the KTEL bus at 13.00 every day. The trip lasts 5,5 hours and you can find out more by calling at 0030 2310 595408.

Hope this has been helpful to you!

-Stavros

Beach near Kopanaki in Messinia

2009-02-23T03:03:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Hello,
We are going to visit Greece in June. We will stay in Kopanaki town, Messiniya, not far from Kipparissiya city. We would like to spend every day on the beach in Kipparissiya. How can we get there? By bus?By Train? What is the most convinience?

The Answer:

Hello there!

Kopanaki has both bus and train station as intermediate stop for the routes Athens-Kyparisia and Patras-Kypparisia. You can choose either one or another and get of at then next stop, those of Kalo Nero beach. It is cheap, fast and easy to enjoy that beautiful beach! Alternatevely, you just continue until the next stop, those of Kyparisia, which is the terminal of the route. Both beaches are rather convinient to reach them.

Have fun and enjoy the most the sea and the sun!

-Stavros

Ioannina-Thessaloniki by bus

2009-02-23T00:27:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Hi stavros,
I'm planning to travel from Ioannina to Thessaloniki in July this year. Do you know where I can get time tables and information about the price for this route? And how long does it take?
Thank you and looking forward to your reply...
Betty

The Answer:

Hi Betty!

There are KTEL buses from Ioannina to Thessaloniki all day long: 07.00, 11.30, 14.15, 15.45, 18.30 and 22.30. The trip lasts 4,5 hours and ticket costs 29 euros. You can call at the station 0030 26510 26286 to make a booking. All you have to do is to get at the station half an hour before the departure.

Regards!

-Stavros

From Corfu to Lefkas

2009-02-20T02:18:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Can you tell me how to get from Corfu to Lefkas either by ferry or seaplane.
Can you give me rough times and prices please.
Thank you.
Harriet Roupell

The Answer:

Hello Harriet!
Corfu-Lefkas is being connected with local routes. For example there is one from Corfu going to Vasiliki of Lefkada. Such schedules are being reallized from Mayto October and further details on times and prices you will be able to see in a couple of months online. Check http://www.fantasticgreece.com/ and http://www.ionian-cruises.com/.

Hope I helped you!
-Stavros

From Skopelos to Athens

2009-02-19T23:44:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Hi Stavros,this is an excellent service, many thanks.
I will be staying in Skopelos,Sporades, this May for 10 days. I wish to then travel to Athens by ferry and intercity coach (KTEL) on the same day to catch an international flight.
My questions:
1.Is it better to take the ferry to Volos or Agios Konstantinos?
2.Which provides the better connections with KTEL?
3.Where can I obtain the respective timetables?
4.How and where can I make reservations?

Very many thanks
Derek Scott

The Answer:

Hi Derek! Thank you for your kind words!

Well, I would recommend you to choose the ferry going to Agios Konstantinos, as it is only 165 km from Athens. From Agios Konstantinos you can take the KTEL bus towards Athens. During the summer period there is a bus leaving almost every hour. Unfortunately, there is no pre-booking option for bus tickets, but you will be able to find tickets, there is always availability, so you do not need to worry! In case you want to know the exact bus itineraries you can call at 0030 210 8317186. As far as the ferry tickets are concerned you can book them online here 1-2 months before your trip.

Regards!
-Stavros

How to reach Milina and where to rent a car

2009-02-16T03:35:00.000-08:00

The Question:

In September we arrive at Athens airport but need to get to Milina, which I believe is near VolosThen 1 week later have to do journey in reverse.Is their a car hire Co who would handle that, or ferry or ????
Thanks

The Answer:

Hi!

Yes Milina is a small village one hour outside Volos. From Athens you can take the KTEL bus towards Volos and from there the local bus to Milina village. There are 2 routes departing at 9 am and 11 am. In 4 hours you will be in Volos and from there the local bus towards Milina departs at 16.30.The total cost for all that won't be more than 35 euros per person.
If you want to hire a car then you can check prices at the respective category of www.fantasticgreece.com by clicking here.

-Stavros

travel from Corfu to Volos

2009-02-16T01:26:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Kalimera Stavros
Is it possible to travel from Corfu to Volos by bus in May - how long would this take and is it the cheapest option?
EfharistoDerek

The Answer:

Kalimera Derek,

From Corfu there is a bus going to Larissa, which is close to Volos. Volos is being connected with Larissa with local buses and train every 30-45 minutes. The bus Corfu-Larissa departs at 8 am every Tuesday and Friday and you will reach Larissa at 16.00. Ticket costs 41 E and in this price the ferry boat ticket is included. Larissa-Volos route is quite cheap (around 6 euros by KTEL bus and 2,5 by OSE train) and the trip lasts 1 hour. You can call at the station (0030 26610 28928) to find out more.

Always glad to help you!

-Stavros

From Istanbul to Kavala

2009-02-16T00:20:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Dear Stavros,
I will be coming from Mumbai India to Istanbul on Thursday 9 am by air. I would like to procede immediately from Istanbul to Kavala Greece preferably by bus or train. ? Do you know how to go about it? Which bus, which terminal, what time?

The Answer:

Hello mate,

Well, there are buses run daily from Istanbul's Main Bus Terminal "Büyük Otogar" heading to Thessaloniki. These buses make a stop at Kavala. You can call at the station or find information online about the exact time they depart. All I know is that the price will be approxematelly 50 Euros and the trip lasts 12 hours.

Hope I was able to help you somehow.

-Stavros

Timetable of the buses from Igoumenitsa to Athens

2009-02-16T00:06:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Hi Stavros I would know the timetable of the buses from Igoumenitsa to Athens.
Thank you.

The Answer:

Hello,

There are bus routes from Igoumenitsa to Athens at 11:00, 15:00 and 20:30.

Total cost is 40,10E for one way ticket.

-Stavros

Athens to Skopelos and Skopelos to Patras

2009-02-13T06:47:00.000-08:00

The Question:

Hello We will be in Greece on Honeymoon in April. We are starting i Athens and tehn want to take a bus up to Ag.Kon and then across to Skopelos. Can we do this in a day ? More importantly on the way back is it possible to get from Skopelos to Patras in one day arriving in Patras in time to catch teh 6pm ferry to Italy ?

The Answer:

Hello!

As far as the first part of your email is concerned, then yes you can do Athens-Skopelos in one day. From Athens you simply take the KTEL bus towards Agios Konstantinos (bus station tel. number 0030 22310 51346 at Liossion Main Ktel Bus Station) and from there, you get the ferry towards Skopelos Island. The ferry schedule has not been announced yet, but don't worry routes are frequent. Check them on http://www.fantasticgreece.com/ in a month or so.
On your return day, I would suggest you to take the ferry back to Agios Konstantinos and from there to rent a car and drive until Patras. That is why I am not sure if you can manage to be there before 6pm... To take the bus to Athens and then change station to get another bus to Patras seem to me a bit risky. Have in mind that each route lasts 1,5 and 3 hours respectivelly. Only if you start from Skopelos really early and stick to the bus timetables you will make it without rush.
Renting a car will be safer. The distance Agios Konstantinos-Patras is 212 km (3 hours) and you can easily plan your route from ViaMichelin site. Moreover, gas cost will be equal to that of busses' tickets more or less (e.g. Athens-Patras costs 18 euro!)

Regards!

-Stavros