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How to get from Edinburgh to Athens?

Planning to travel to Edinburgh from Athens and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Edinburgh to Athens, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Edinburgh and Athens, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (First TransPennine Express, East Coast, National Express, MegaBus or FlixBus), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Edinburgh to Athens, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Edinburgh Athens trip.

For your trip from Edinburgh to Athens, you have several transportation options

Edinburgh Athens ferry tickets

The ferry between Edinburgh and Athens is a great transportation option for travelers looking for a stress-free trip and a unique experience.

Bus tickets from Edinburgh to Athens

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Edinburgh to Athens, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Edinburgh to Athens train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Edinburgh Athens train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Edinburgh to Athens cheap flights

Many flights connect Edinburgh to Athens every day, offering a fast and convenient option for travelers. If you are in a hurry, flying is the fastest way to get to Athens in record time.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Edinburgh to Athens transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Edinburgh Athens Travel Information

Departure city
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Scotland
Destination city
Athens
Greece
Attica
Distance
1754 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by flights
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Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Athens easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Edinburgh to Athens easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Edinburgh and Athens that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like First TransPennine Express, East Coast, National Express, MegaBus or FlixBus to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Edinburgh and Athens with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Edinburgh and Athens

Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by ferry from Edinburgh to Athens?
Comfort The Edinburgh Athens ferry offers much more room to move around and relax during the trip to Athens than any other mode of transportation.
Duration Ferry trips between Edinburgh and Athens can take longer than using other modes of transportation such as air travel, which can be a disadvantage for travelers in a hurry to get to Athens.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Edinburgh to Athens?
Speed Edinburgh to Athens trains are often much faster than buses or cars.
Cost Edinburgh Athens train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Edinburgh to Athens?
Flexibility Bus companies offer many schedule options for travel between Edinburgh and Athens, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Edinburgh-Athens buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Advantages and disadvantages of flying from Edinburgh to Athens?
Speed Flying between Edinburgh and Athens is the fastest way to travel the 1754 mi between Edinburgh and Athens.
Security Checks Travelers to Athens often have to arrive at Edinburgh airport early due to strict security checks.

Where to start from in Edinburgh? Where do I arrive in Athens?

Edinburgh Departure Bus Stations

Edinburgh
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Edinburgh Bus Station
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Departure stations in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Waverley
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Haymarket (Edinburgh)
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Departure airports in Edinburgh

Edinburgh
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Athens Arrival Ports

Athens Piraeus E1
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Athens Piraeus E3
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Athens Piraeus E6
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Athens Arrival Airports

Eleftherios Venizelos International
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Ferry Edinburgh Athens

Advance reservations are always recommended when traveling by ferry from Edinburgh to Athens, especially during peak travel periods. This will ensure that you get the best fares and guarantee your seat on board.

This depends a lot on the time of year you want to travel between Edinburgh and Athens. Please note that there is no direct ferry service between Edinburgh and Athens and you will need to combine the trip to Athens with another mode of transportation.

Most ferry companies offer Wi-Fi on board the ferry from Edinburgh to Athens, but it may come at an additional cost. It is therefore recommended that you check with the respective company to see if Wi-Fi is available and if there is a charge.

Ferry Companies Edinburgh Athens

Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries
Superfast Ferries
Superfast Ferries
Minoan Lines
Minoan Lines
Aigaion Pelagos
Aigaion Pelagos
ANEK Lines
ANEK Lines
Cyclades Fast Ferries
Cyclades Fast Ferries
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Bus Edinburgh Athens

Cancellation and modification policies may vary depending on the bus company, so it is important to check the terms and conditions when making a reservation. Most of the time, cancelling or changing your Edinburgh-Athens bus ticket will incur additional costs.

Buses between Edinburgh and Athens usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

Passengers are generally allowed to take luggage on the Edinburgh-Athens bus, but it is important to check the weight and size limits with the carrier. The number of pieces of luggage is also very often limited.

Bus companies Edinburgh Athens

National Express
National Express
MegaBus
MegaBus
FlixBus
FlixBus
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Trains Edinburgh Athens

Train tickets from Edinburgh to Athens can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Edinburgh to Athens. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Edinburgh and Athens.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Edinburgh to Athens at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train companies between Edinburgh and Athens

First TransPennine Express
First TransPennine Express
East Coast
East Coast
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Flights Edinburgh Athens

Airlines Edinburgh Athens

Aegean Airlines
Aegean Airlines
Easyjet
Easyjet
KLM
KLM
FlyBE
FlyBE
British Airways
British Airways
Virgin Atlantic Airways
Virgin Atlantic Airways
Ryanair
Ryanair
Jet2.com
Jet2.com
Olympic Air
Olympic Air
Transavia.com
Transavia.com
Austrian Airlines
Austrian Airlines
Niki Airlines
Niki Airlines
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