Getting from Alexandroupoli to Halkidiki

If you are heading to Halkidiki from Alexandroupoli you are making your way to a three-pronged peninsula southeast of Thessaloniki in northern Greece, with Kassandra in the west for long sandy beaches, Sithonia in the middle for quieter waters and the monastic peninsula of Athos in the east.

Take the ferry

There is no ferry to Halkidiki. It is a mainland peninsula with no island ferry connections. Getting there from Alexandroupoli means traveling entirely by road across northern Greece.

Getting there by air

Halkidiki has no airport. The nearest airport is Thessaloniki, around 60 to 90 kilometres from the various parts of the peninsula. Flying from Alexandroupoli to Thessaloniki and then renting a car or taking the KTEL bus to Halkidiki gives a total journey time of around 2.5 to 3 hours. The direct drive from Alexandroupoli to Halkidiki via the Egnatia motorway takes around 2.5 to 3 hours and is the most practical approach.

Your best option

Drive from Alexandroupoli to Halkidiki via the Egnatia motorway. At around 2.5 to 3 hours it is a straightforward and direct connection across northern Greece. A car is essential on Halkidiki for getting between beaches, villages and the different peninsulas. If you are not traveling with a car, fly from Alexandroupoli to Thessaloniki and rent a car at the airport.