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The cheapest and fastest buses from Nafplion to Athens
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 02
Cheapest price on Sep 02
$15
Average ticket price on Sep 02
$16
Fastest journey on Sep 02
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 02
2 h 10 m
Buses on Sep 02
12
Distance
93 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nafplion to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nafplion to Athens will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Fast buses
On Wed, Sep 02, we found 12 buses from Nafplion to Athens, including 11 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 02 the direct buses cover the 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Wed, Sep 02 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.
1:15 PM7h55Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά9:10 PMAthens$151One-way1 transfer- 5:00 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά7:10 AMAthens$161One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά8:40 AMAthens$161One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά10:10 AMAthens$161One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά11:40 AMAthens$161One-way0 transfers
- 5:00 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά7:10 AMAthens$161One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά8:40 AMAthens$161One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά10:10 AMAthens$161One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά11:40 AMAthens$161One-way0 transfers
- 11:00 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά1:10 PMAthens$161One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and ferry for Nafplion to Athens
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nafplion to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $52 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 3h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $52, while a ferry costs an average of $52.
Distance: 57 miles (93 km)
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$52 Average price Cheapest | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
3h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Nafplion to Athens is a ferry with an average price of $52 (€42).
The fastest way to travel from Nafplion to Athens is by ferry with an average journey time of 2h 28m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nafplion and Athens including taking a bus and ferry.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Nafplion to Athens among Omio's users.
Nafplion to Athens Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator KTEL Argolidas | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Live departures
Nafplion to Athens bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nafplion to Athens buses for today, Tuesday, September 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 5:00 AM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 7:10 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:30 AM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 8:40 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 10:10 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 AM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 11:40 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:00 AM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 1:10 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:30 PM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 2:40 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:15 PM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 7h55 | 9:10 PM Athens | 1 transfer | |
| 2:00 PM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 4:10 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:30 PM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 5:40 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 PM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 7:10 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:30 PM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 8:40 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 PM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 10:40 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nafplion to Athens
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Take a bus from Nafplion to Athens and enjoy the approximately 57 miles (93 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 21:30.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Ferry from $18 (€15)
Distance 57 miles (93 km) |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Ferry from $18 (€15)
Complete guide to Athens
Things to do in Athens
Discover the best of Athens — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Athens trip today.
- Must visit
National Archaeological Museum
Greece’s premier archaeology museum, spanning prehistory to late antiquity. Essential for masterpieces from across the country.
- Recommended
Museum of Cycladic Art
Outstanding museum of Cycladic art and ancient Greek culture. Known for elegant figurines and thoughtful contemporary presentation.
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Plaka
Athens’ oldest neighborhood charms with neoclassical houses, lanes, and easy access to major ancient sites and traditional atmosphere.
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Monastiraki Square
Busy square and market district known for street life, shopping, and strong transport links. Ideal for feeling the city’s energy.
- Must visit
Syntagma Square
Central ceremonial square before Parliament. A practical hub for visitors and a prime place to watch the guard-changing ritual.
Moussaka
Moussaka is a baked casserole of eggplant, minced meat, potato, and béchamel, iconic in Greek home cooking and tavern menus.
Souvlaki
Souvlaki is grilled skewered pork or chicken, a classic Athens street food, usually served with pita, onions, and tzatziki.
- Vegetarian
Spanakopita
Spanakopita is a flaky pie filled with spinach, herbs, and feta, a beloved everyday snack found in bakeries across Athens.
Spondi
Michelin-starred restaurant offering refined modern Greek cuisine and Acropolis views in an elegant setting.
Klimataria
Long-standing Psiri taverna serving classic Greek dishes, live music, and a warm traditional atmosphere.
Varvakios
Historic central market taverna known for grilled meats and traditional meze in a lively, old Athens setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Europe; hotels in peak season rise, but dining and transit stay fairly reasonable for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants, round taxi fares up, and leave small change at cafes.
FAQs: Bus from Nafplion to Athens
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