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Acropolis Museum
World-class museum for Acropolis finds, with superb archaic sculptures and Parthenon marbles displayed in a striking modern building.
Cheapest price
€13
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Argos to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Argos to Athens will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
Of the 11 buses that leave Argos for Athens on Thu, Aug 13, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 13 the direct buses cover the 96 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
On Thu, Aug 13 the slowest buses will take 1 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Argos to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a ferry costs an average of €15.
Distance: 59 miles (96 km)
Most popular Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €38 Average price | €32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 16m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Argos to Athens:
A bus is €13 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Argos to Athens costing on average €38.
Other travel options to Athens take longer:
Ferry takes on average 2h 16m.
Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €7. The journey takes 1h 51m versus 1h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by KTEL Argolidas, Infobus, KTEL Argolidas.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:39PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 1h56 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price €13 |
The table below shows live departures for Argos to Athens buses for today, Wednesday, August 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:39 PM Argos | 1h56 | 5:35 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Argos to Athens run on average 170 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €15 by ferry.
There are 170 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:09, the last at 21:35. The fastest bus covers the 59 miles (96 km) distance in 1h 56m.
Distance 59 miles (96 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Buses per day 170 |
Direct buses 170 |
Fastest bus 1h 56m |
First bus 5:09 AM |
Last bus 9:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 4 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Argos to Athens by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Argos to Athens buses use the Argos (Άργος) to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL (Άθενς, Λεωφόρου Κηφισού - ΚΤΕΛ ΚΗΦΙΣΟΥ) station pair. Use this guide to compare Argos and Athens bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Argos, EO Korinthou Argou - Caprari (Άργος, ΕΟ Κορίνθου Άργους - Caprari) is 3 km from Argos city centre. Public transport options include:
Argos, EO Korinthou Argou - Caprari (Άργος, ΕΟ Κορίνθου Άργους - Caprari) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Argos, EO Korinthou Argou - Caprari (Άργος, ΕΟ Κορίνθου Άργους - Caprari). ATMs are available at Argos, EO Korinthou Argou - Caprari (Άργος, ΕΟ Κορίνθου Άργους - Caprari).
Ticket office support is available at Argos, EO Korinthou Argou - Caprari (Άργος, ΕΟ Κορίνθου Άργους - Caprari).
Available at Argos, EO Korinthou Argou - Caprari (Άργος, ΕΟ Κορίνθου Άργους - Caprari): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Argos, EO Korinthou Argou - Caprari (Άργος, ΕΟ Κορίνθου Άργους - Caprari): Limited accessibility.
Argos, EO Árgous – Nafplíou - BP venzinádiko (Άργος, ΕΟ Άργους – Ναυπλίου - BP βενζινάδικο) is 2 km from Argos city centre. Public transport options include:
Argos, EO Árgous – Nafplíou - BP venzinádiko (Άργος, ΕΟ Άργους – Ναυπλίου - BP βενζινάδικο) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Argos, EO Árgous – Nafplíou - BP venzinádiko (Άργος, ΕΟ Άργους – Ναυπλίου - BP βενζινάδικο). ATMs are available at Argos, EO Árgous – Nafplíou - BP venzinádiko (Άργος, ΕΟ Άργους – Ναυπλίου - BP βενζινάδικο).
Ticket office support is available at Argos, EO Árgous – Nafplíou - BP venzinádiko (Άργος, ΕΟ Άργους – Ναυπλίου - BP βενζινάδικο).
Available at Argos, EO Árgous – Nafplíou - BP venzinádiko (Άργος, ΕΟ Άργους – Ναυπλίου - BP βενζινάδικο): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Argos, EO Árgous – Nafplíou - BP venzinádiko (Άργος, ΕΟ Άργους – Ναυπλίου - BP βενζινάδικο).
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