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Acropolis Museum
Modern museum presenting Acropolis finds in bright galleries, including sculptures and the Parthenon Gallery with city views.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
3 h 21 m
Buses on 18 Sept
4
Distance
84 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kranidi to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kranidi to Athens will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 4 buses from Kranidi to Athens, including 3 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 84 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kranidi to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 3h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £17, while a coach costs an average of £19.
Distance: 84 km
Most popular Coach | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 36m Average total duration 3h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kranidi to Athens:
A ferry is £3 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Kranidi to Athens costing on average £19.
Other travel options to Athens take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 6m.
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £13. The journey takes 3h 6m versus 2h 33m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by KTEL Argolidas, KTEL Argolidas.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Kranidi to Athens coaches for tomorrow, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:30 Kranidi | 2h45 | 8:15 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 Kranidi | 2h55 | 13:55 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:10 Kranidi | 5h00 | 16:10 Athens | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:30 Kranidi | 2h45 | 20:15 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Kranidi to Athens run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £13 by ferry.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:30, the last at 18:05. The fastest coach covers the 84 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 84 km |
Average bus duration 3h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 5:30 |
Last bus 18:05 |
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Modern museum presenting Acropolis finds in bright galleries, including sculptures and the Parthenon Gallery with city views.
Major collection of Greek antiquities, from prehistoric treasures to classical sculpture. A core stop for understanding ancient Greece.
Private museum with Cycladic figurines, ancient Greek art and elegant displays in a refined central setting.
Historic old quarter beneath the Acropolis, with neoclassical streets, steps, churches and easy access to key archaeological sites.
Lively flea market district with lanes, antique shops, street life and a strong local character near the ancient centre.
Wooded hilltop park with walking paths, city panoramas and a classic viewpoint towards the Acropolis and the Aegean light.
A layered bake of aubergine, minced meat and béchamel. It is a beloved Greek home-style classic found in tavernas across Athens.
A flaky pie of spinach, herbs and feta in crisp filo pastry. It is a staple snack and bakery favourite in Athens.
Chargrilled pork pieces, usually served on skewers or in pita. It is one of Athens' most popular quick meals and taverna staples.
Well-known seafood restaurant in Piraeus, popular for fresh fish, fried calamari and classic meze in a bustling port-side setting.
Long-running Plaka taverna serving grilled meats, meze and Greek standards with a traditional atmosphere and live music at times.
Popular grill house famed for succulent souvlaki and skewers, offering a casual local experience near the city centre.
Moderate for Europe: tavernas and public transport are good value, but central hotels and peak-season dining cost more than in many Balkan cities.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated. Round up in cafés and taxis; no large tip is expected.
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