The City of Patras is the capital of western Greece and as a major port, it constitutes the primary gateway of Greece to Italy and Western Europe. Patras situated on the northwest coast of the Peloponnese, between the Gulfs of Corinth and Patras. Built on a strategic seaside location, within a short distance from the coasts of Aitoloakarnania, very close to Ionian Islands and just a few hours away from Italy. With only 220 km from Athens, Patras can be the starting point for the visiting of the most important archaelogical sites of Greece (Olympia, Delphi, Epidavros, Mycenae, Mistras).
Patras at a glance
How to get there
- By train: From the train station in Athens (220km) with the Greek Railway Organization: www.ose.gr
- By bus: From Thessaloniki (490km) and Athens (220km) with buses from Central Bus Station of Achaia (KTEL) https://www.ktelthes.gr/en/
Port Agent
Othonos Amalias 12,GR-262 23 Patras,
Superfast Ferries (Ancona Route):
tel.: +30 2610 622 500,
fax: +30 2610 623 574,
e-mail: superfast@patraport.gr
Superfast Ferries (Bari Route):
tel.: +30 2610 634 000,
fax: +30 2610 634 090,
e-mail: attica-group@ferrycenter.gr