How to get to Athens from Split

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Compare coach and flight for Split to Athens

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Split to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £96 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £96, while a flight costs an average of £336.

Distance: 868 km

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£336

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£96

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£231

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4h 8m

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30h 7m

Average total duration

29h 37m

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15h 54m

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The cheapest way to travel from Split to Athens is a coach with an average price of £96.

This is compared to other travel options from Split to Athens:

A coach is £241 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Split to Athens costing on average £336.

The fastest way to travel from Split to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 8m.

Other travel options to Athens take longer:

Coach takes on average 30h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Split and Athens including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 11h 46m sooner (4h 8m by flight vs 15h 54m by car). Tickets start at around £336 compared to roughly £231 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Split to Athens

How to get to Athens from Split by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Split to Athens is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Turkish AirlinesTK1841+Croatia AirlinesTK9240
    21:105h00
    Split Airport
    3:10Athens International Airport
    £2261One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • Turkish AirlinesTK1841+Croatia AirlinesTK9240
    21:105h00
    Split Airport
    3:10Athens International Airport
    £2261One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • Turkish AirlinesTK1841+Croatia AirlinesTK9240
    21:105h00
    Split Airport
    3:10Athens International Airport
    £2261One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • Turkish AirlinesTK1843+Croatia AirlinesTK9240
    21:1010h45
    Split Airport
    8:55Athens International Airport
    £2261One-way
    1 change
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1849+Croatia AirlinesTK9240
    21:1016h45
    Split Airport
    14:55Athens International Airport
    £2261One-way
    1 change
  • Turkish AirlinesTK1845+Croatia AirlinesTK9240
    21:1022h20
    Split Airport
    20:30Athens International Airport
    £2261One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Athens by bus

The most popular day trips by bus from Athens are Delphi, Aegina, Corinth, Kiato and Loutraki. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Athens on Omio.

A view of Corinth

Day trip from Athens to Corinth by bus

Why visit Corinth for the day?

Corinth is a modern coastal city best known for the Corinth Canal and its close ties to Ancient Corinth. It feels practical and lived-in, with a waterfront setting and easy access to important archaeological sites.

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FAQs: Split to Athens

Travel to Athens easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Split to Athens.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Split and Athens including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Split to Athens is a coach with an average price of £96.

This is compared to other travel options from Split to Athens:

A coach is £241 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Split to Athens costing on average £336.

The fastest way to travel from Split to Athens is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 8m.

Other travel options to Athens take longer:

Coach takes on average 30h 7m.

The Split to Athens distance is approximately 868 km.
The average frequency per day from Split to Athens is:
  • Around 23 flights per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Split and Athens as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Split to Athens:
  • Flights mostly depart from Split Airport and arrive in Athens International Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Split, Autobusni Kolodvor and arrive in Athens, Lagoumitzi / Ilia Iliou (Αθήνα, Λαγουμιτζή / Ηλία Ηλιού).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Split to Athens, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Volotea, Aegean Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Croatia Airlines, Lufthansa, Eurowings, Air Serbia, ITA, Turkish Airlines, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Malta Air, TAP Portugal, Ryanair to go to Athens by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Athens by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Split to Athens:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Volotea, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Split to Athens often also extend their vacation to go to Santorini (Island), Mykonos, Thessaloniki, Istanbul, Rome. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Athens and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Split to Athens, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Athens, you can enjoy panoramic views of the city from Mount Lycabettus, explore the vibrant Monastiraki Flea Market for antiques and souvenirs, and visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the world's only stadium made entirely of marble. Take a peaceful stroll through the National Garden of Athens, experience a traditional Greek performance at the ancient Odeon of Herodes Atticus, and explore the Acropolis of Athens with its iconic Parthenon. Learn about ancient Greek civilisation at the Acropolis Museum, discover the historic Ancient Agora of Athens, and visit the National Archaeological Museum. Don't miss the charming Plaka neighbourhood with its neoclassical architecture and vibrant local shops.
A visit of 3 to 4 days in Athens is typically sufficient to explore major attractions like the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Plaka district, and the National Archaeological Museum, while also allowing some time to enjoy local cuisine and culture.

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