# From Athens to Halkidiki

> How to get from Athens to Halkidiki — 50min flight, 550km drive

## How to Get There
Athens is **550 km** from Halkidiki. You can fly (50 minutes), drive (5.5 hours), or take the bus. See our detailed [getting here guide](https://chalkidikihub.gr/guide/getting-here).

## By Plane
Athens to Thessaloniki flights: **50 minutes, €50-100**. Aegean Airlines, Olympic Air, Sky Express. Multiple daily flights. See [how to get from SKG](https://chalkidikihub.gr/guide/thessaloniki-to-halkidiki).

## By Car
Athens → E75 → Lamia → Larissa → Thessaloniki → Halkidiki. **550 km, ~5.5 hours**. Tolls: ~€30-35. Ideal if you want to explore! See our [road trip guide](https://chalkidikihub.gr/guide/road-trip) and [car rental guide](https://chalkidikihub.gr/guide/car-rental).

## By Bus
KTEL Athens-Thessaloniki (~5.5 hours, €30-40), then transfer to KTEL Halkidikis. See [schedules](https://chalkidikihub.gr/faq/transport).

## By Train
Athens-Thessaloniki via Hellenic Train (~4 hours, €30-50). Then KTEL or car rental.

## When You Arrive
Discover [beaches](https://chalkidikihub.gr/beaches), find [accommodation](https://chalkidikihub.gr/listings), and check the [weather](https://chalkidikihub.gr/guide/weather).

## Tips

- Book flights early — especially in summer
- If driving, stop at Tempi or Larissa for a break

_Source: https://chalkidikihub.gr — Chalkidiki Hub._