The cheapest and fastest buses from Athens to Galatas
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Athens to Galatas is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Galatas will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 1 buses that leave Athens for Galatas on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 60 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 2 h 30 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.
4:30 PM2h30Athens7:00 PMGalatas$181One-way0 transfers
4:30 PM2h30Athens7:00 PMGalatas$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and ferry for Athens to Galatas
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Athens to Galatas among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a ferry costs an average of $18.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
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Most popular Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price | $9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Galatas:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Athens to Galatas costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Galatas take longer:
Ferry takes on average 1h 17m.
You'll arrive about 1h 9m sooner (1h 17m by bus vs 2h 26m by car). Tickets start at around $18 (€15) compared to roughly $9 (€7) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Direct coaches are operated by KTEL Argolidas, KTEL Argolidas.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Athens to Galatas Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Live departures
Athens to Galatas bus times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Galatas buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:30 PM Athens | 2h30 | 7:00 PM Galatas | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Athens to Galatas buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs KTEL Argolidas?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for KTEL Argolidas, but also compare tickets for the likes of Alibus or KTEL Argolidas to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Galatas.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare KTEL Argolidas with all available travel options, which are bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Galatas.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Wanderu or Busbud?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Galatas.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Athens to Galatas
Buses from Athens to Galatas run on average 1 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by ferry.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:35, the last at 18:35. The fastest bus covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 6:35 AM |
Last bus 6:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: KTEL Argolidas, Alibus from Athens to GalatasYou can travel by bus between Athens to Galatas with KTEL Argolidas, Alibus for as low as $18 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Alibus
KTEL Argolidas
FAQs: Bus from Athens to Galatas
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Galatas 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 Galatas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alibus
- Pram/stroller access and dedicated wheelchair accessibility are available.
- Alibus
- The cancellation policy depends on the type of ticket chosen.
- KTEL Argolidas
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Alibus
- One piece of baggage and one piece of hand luggage are allowed.
- KTEL Argolidas
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Alibus
- For medium-sized dogs, an additional ticket is required.
- KTEL Argolidas
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alibus
- Small pets are allowed in carriers, and dogs must be muzzled and leashed
- guide dogs are allowed for free.
- KTEL Argolidas
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a ticket.
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