From Athens to Kalambaka by train
The trip from Athens to Kalambaka is one of the rare instances where traveling by train is the cheapest option. The Hellenic train line offers trips between these two Greek cities four times daily, but depending on when you travel, you might only encounter one a day, so it's important to check the train schedules and timetables.
The train trips are typically in the late afternoon, so you will only get into Kalambaka late at night. Keep this in mind when planning your trip, as you'll likely need to book accommodation and explore the next day. Price-wise trains cost between $22 and $41, and an average trip time-wise is four hours and 52 minutes with at least one transfer.
From Athens to Kalambaka by bus
Another affordable travel option is the bus, but because it's so popular, you might find it difficult to secure a seat, especially if you're traveling with a group of people.
Only one bus line—KTEL Trikala—offers trips from Athens to Kalambaka. In certain seasons, the trips are daily, but a bus only leaves once every four hours, so check the timetables ahead of schedule. Tickets cost between $25 and $50.
However, it's worth noting that you won't have the opportunity to sightsee or be as comfortable as if you had traveled by car.
From Athens to Kalambaka by flight
Kalambaka (and Meteora in general) doesn't have an airport. Theoretically, it is possible to take a flight from Athens to Ioannina or Thessaloniki, but from there you need to take a train (around 4 hours) or car to Kalambaka. Not only is this complicated and time-consuming, but it's not always cost-effective, with tickets costing upwards of $120.
From Athens to Kalambaka by private car
Let's face it: traveling by car is often the easiest way to get from Athens to Kalambaka, but rideshares and taxis can be exorbitantly expensive.
Luckily, this is where Daytrip's private door-to-door car service comes in. Not only do our drivers offer private trips so you won't be in a car with other people but the trip itself is affordable with prices starting at 80 euros per seat.
Plus, when you travel with Daytrip, you can look forward to sightseeing stops and friendly conversations with our experienced local drivers, during which you'll get handy travel tips and insights. Driving also only takes just under four hours, making it the fastest and most convenient way to travel to Kalambaka.