Getting from Alexandroupoli to Volos

If you are heading to Volos from Alexandroupoli you are making your way from the far northeastern corner of Greece to a city on the Pagasetic Gulf at the foot of the Pelion peninsula in Thessaly. It is the departure point for ferries to the Sporades and has a long waterfront lined with ouzo bars and seafood restaurants.

Take the ferry

There is no ferry connection between Alexandroupoli and Volos. Both are mainland destinations and the journey is entirely by road or a combination of road and air.

Getting there by air

Volos has a small airport at Nea Anchialos, around 20 kilometres from the city, with limited connections from Athens. The most practical approach is to drive from Alexandroupoli to Volos via the Egnatia motorway and E75, which takes around 4.5 to 5 hours and is the most direct connection between the two cities.

Your best option

Drive from Alexandroupoli to Volos via the Egnatia motorway and E75. It is the most practical approach at around 4.5 to 5 hours and avoids the need to fly or transfer. If you are not traveling with a car, take the KTEL bus from Alexandroupoli to Thessaloniki and then connect to Volos by bus or train, which takes around 2 hours from Thessaloniki. The total journey by bus takes around 5.5 to 6 hours.