From Afissos to Volos and Thessaloniki by Bus

The Question:

We need to get from Afissos to Volos and then on to Thessaloniki airport on Friday 3rd October for a flight at aproximately 2pm. Can you advise if we can get a bus from Afissos to Volos and then on to Thessaloniki airport and if so, any idea of times and cost?
Thank you


The Answer:

Hello!
In order to reach Volos from Afissos, you can use the suburban bus KTEL. The first departure of the date that also suits your case is at 07.00 and the route to Volos is about 50 minutes. From Volos you can catch the 08.00 bus to Thessaloniki, and within 3 hours you will have arrived at your destination. From there you can either pick a taxi or take the city bus to the airport (distnace of 45 minutes) and you will have arrived in time for your flight at the Thessaloniki International airport.
Information regarding costs is actually not available online, and since it is subject to change at any time, it is better to contact the bus company KTEL so as to get informed.
Suburabn Bus KTEL in Volos: +30 24210 33254.
Hope I have helped you!

-Stavros

Taxi cost from Volos airport to Afetes

The Question:

What would be the cost of a taxi from Volos airport to Afetes near Afissos and Neochori?This would be in August 2009.We would also need a return taxi two weeks after arrival.
Thank-you


The Answer:

Hello there!

Taxi costs depend whether the taxi driver works for a taxi company or for himself. The second choice is very common especially in smaller cities of Greece. As a result, you need to bargain the transfer cost to your destination as soon as you pick the taxi at airport. For the route in question, I suppose that the taxi driver should not charge you more than 40-50 euros (including your luggage) but once again, since there is no specific pricelist and taxi drivers decide on their own, this is no certain thing. Just keep in mind that the distance is 34km and that it will take you approximately 45 minutes to reach the village.
Hope I have helped!

-Stavros