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From Thessaloniki to Halkidiki

How to Get There

Thessaloniki Airport "Macedonia" (SKG) is the gateway to Halkidiki. The distance is 60-130 km depending on your destination. See our detailed getting here guide.

KTEL Bus

The most affordable option: €12-15 per person. Services from KTEL Halkidikis (Kalamaria station). Duration: 1-2.5 hours. See schedules.

Taxi

Cost: €80-120 to Kassandra, €120-180 to Sithonia. Best for groups or late arrivals.

Private Transfer

Pre-booked transfer: ~€60 (private vehicle). Driver waits at the airport. See our Thessaloniki to Halkidiki guide.

Car Rental

Best option for exploring freely. From €25-40/day. See our car rental guide.

When You Arrive

Discover beaches, accommodation, and check the weather.

Distances from Thessaloniki to Halkidiki villages

Approximate road distances and drive times. Tap a village for more.

DestinationDistanceTime
Nea Moudania74 km1 h 21 min
Afytos103 km1 h 28 min
Kallithea107 km1 h 32 min
Nikiti108 km1 h 33 min
Vourvourou124 km1 h 46 min
Chanioti125 km1 h 47 min
Pefkochori129 km1 h 51 min
Neos Marmaras130 km1 h 51 min
Uranoupoli132 km1 h 53 min
Sarti149 km2 h 8 min
Toroni153 km2 h 11 min

Estimates based on great-circle distance × road factor and average speed. Actual time depends on traffic, border crossings and chosen route.

Frequently Asked Questions

SKG airport → Halkidiki: KTEL bus, taxi, transfer, car rental

Car (best for flexibility), bus (KTEL Halkidiki from Thessaloniki), or fly to Thessaloniki (SKG) and continue by car/transfer. Details in the guide above.

Greece is in Schengen. EU/EEA citizens need no visa. Other nationalities — check with the relevant consulate.

May–September for beaches. July–August is peak (hottest, priciest). For quieter trips with great weather, pick June or September.

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