The cheapest and fastest buses from Nafplion to Athens
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€13
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€13
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 10 m
Buses on Sep 17
3
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nafplion to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nafplion to Athens will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 3 buses from Nafplion to Athens, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 2 h 10 m 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.
5:00 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά7:10 AMAthens€131One-way0 transfers
6:30 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά8:40 AMAthens€131One-way0 transfers
8:00 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά10:10 AMAthens€131One-way0 transfers
5:00 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά7:10 AMAthens€131One-way0 transfers
6:30 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά8:40 AMAthens€131One-way0 transfers
8:00 AM2h10Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά10:10 AMAthens€131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and ferry for Nafplion to Athens
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nafplion to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 34m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, while a ferry costs an average of €17.
Distance: 93 km
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Most popular Bus | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€13 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price | €34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 6m Average total duration 2h 6m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Nafplion to Athens:
A bus is €4 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Nafplion to Athens costing on average €17.
Other travel options to Athens take longer:
Ferry takes on average 2h 6m.
Live departures
Nafplion to Athens bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nafplion to Athens buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:30 PM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 5:40 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 7:10 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 8:40 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 10:40 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
![]() | 5:00 AM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 7:10 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 8:40 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά | 2h10 | 10:10 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nafplion to Athens
Buses from Nafplion to Athens run on average 167 times per day, taking around 2h 4m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 167 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 93 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 93 km |
Average bus duration 2h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 167 |
Direct buses 167 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Bus providers: KTEL Argolidas, Alibus from Nafplion to AthensYou can travel by bus between Nafplion to Athens with KTEL Argolidas, Alibus for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Nafplion to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nafplion to Athens by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Alibus
- Pram/stroller access and dedicated wheelchair accessibility are available.
- Alibus
- The cancellation policy depends on the type of ticket chosen.
- KTEL Argolidas
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- Alibus
- One piece of baggage and one piece of hand luggage are allowed.
- KTEL Argolidas
- One carry-on bag up to 8kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- Alibus
- For medium-sized dogs, an additional ticket is required.
- KTEL Argolidas
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Alibus
- Small pets are allowed in carriers, and dogs must be muzzled and leashed
- guide dogs are allowed for free.
- KTEL Argolidas
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nafplion to Athens
Most Nafplion to Athens buses use the Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (Ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά) to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL (Άθενς, Λεωφόρου Κηφισού - ΚΤΕΛ ΚΗΦΙΣΟΥ) station pair. Use this guide to compare Nafplion and Athens bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (Ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά) from Nafplion city centre
Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (Ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά) bus station facilities and services
Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (Ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Nearby cafes and restaurants are available.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (Ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά). ATMs are available at Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (Ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (Ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (Ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nafplion, Andrea Siggrou - Plateia Niketara (Ναύπλιο, Ανδρέα Συγγρού - Πλατεία Νικηταρά): Limited accessibility for persons with disabilities.
Getting to Athens, Leoforou Kifisou - KTEL (Άθενς, Λεωφόρου Κηφισού - ΚΤΕΛ ΚΗΦΙΣΟΥ) from Athens city centre
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