Getting from Thassos to Athens

If you are heading to Athens from Thassos you are making your way from the northernmost island in Greece to the capital, the most well connected city in the country and the gateway to the wider Greek ferry and transport network.

Take the ferry

There is no direct ferry from Thassos to Athens or Piraeus. Thassos is connected only to Kavala and Keramoti on the northern mainland. Getting there by sea means taking the ferry from Thassos to Kavala, which runs almost hourly in summer and takes around 1 hour 30 minutes, and then driving south via the E75 motorway to Athens, which takes around 5 to 6 hours from Kavala. The total journey by road and ferry takes around 7 to 8 hours.

Getting there by air

Thassos has no airport. The nearest airport is Kavala. Taking the ferry from Thassos to Kavala and flying from Kavala to Athens takes around 55 minutes in the air. Total journey time is around 3 to 4 hours including airport transfers and is the most practical approach for foot passengers needing to reach Athens quickly.

Your best option

Take the ferry from Thassos to Kavala and fly from Kavala to Athens. At around 3 to 4 hours total it is the fastest and most practical approach. If you are traveling with a car, take the ferry from Thassos to Kavala and drive south via the E75 motorway to Athens, which takes around 5 to 6 hours from Kavala and delivers you directly to the city with your vehicle. From Athens or Piraeus the full Greek ferry and transport network is at your disposal.