THE SHORT VERSION
Athens to Patras at a glance.
- From
- Athens Αθήνα
- To
- Patras Πάτρα
- Road distance
- About 212 km
- Straight line
- 178 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Patras to Athens →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Athens
Athens is Greece's capital and hub for KTEL coaches across the mainland, plus international buses to Albania and Bulgaria. KTEL services use two coach stations.
- Kifissos KTEL station
Kifissos Avenue. Routes to the Peloponnese, western and northern Greece. - Liosion KTEL station
Liosion Avenue, near Agios Nikolaos metro. Routes to central Greece.
Arriving in Patras
Ask the seller where the service ends in Patras. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Patras, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Athens from Patras by road?+
About 212 km by road (178 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Athens to Patras take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Athens?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Athens include Kifissos KTEL station, Liosion KTEL station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Patras to Athens?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Patras to Athens guide.
Where does the bus from Athens arrive in Patras?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Athens to Patras?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Athens to Patras bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Patras by bus?+
Direct buses from Patras include Piraeus. See all connections on our Patras bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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