{"id":2183,"date":"2026-06-10T12:09:52","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T09:09:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/pos-na-ftasete-kalamata\/"},"modified":"2026-06-10T12:23:39","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T09:23:39","slug":"how-to-get-to-kalamata","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Get to Kalamata: Plane, Bus and Car"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#By_Air_%E2%80%94_Kalamata_Airport_KLX\" >By Air \u2014 Kalamata Airport (KLX)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#Domestic_Flights\" >Domestic Flights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#International_Charter_Flights\" >International \/ Charter Flights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#From_the_Airport_in_Kalamata_Akrogiali\" >From the Airport in Kalamata &amp; Akrogiali<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#KTEL_%E2%80%94_From_Athens_or_other_Cities\" >KTEL \u2014 From Athens or other Cities<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#Athens_%E2%86%92_Kalamata\" >Athens \u2192 Kalamata<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#From_Kalamata_Bus_Station_to_Akrogiali_Avia\" >From Kalamata Bus Station to Akrogiali Avia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#Car_%E2%80%94_Driving_to_Kalamata\" >Car \u2014 Driving to Kalamata<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#Driving_Times\" >Driving Times<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#The_Route_from_Athens_Detailed\" >The Route from Athens (Detailed)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#From_Kalamata_to_Akrogiali_Avias_%E2%80%94_Just_15_Minutes\" >From Kalamata to Akrogiali Avias \u2014 Just 15 Minutes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#Are_there_direct_flights_to_Kalamata_from_Europe\" >Are there direct flights to Kalamata from Europe?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#Do_you_need_a_car_in_Kalamata\" >Do you need a car in Kalamata?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#How_long_does_the_KTEL_take_from_Athens_to_Kalamata\" >How long does the KTEL take from Athens to Kalamata?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.moireaskalamata.gr\/en\/how-to-get-to-kalamata\/#Where_can_I_rent_a_car_in_Kalamata\" >Where can I rent a car in Kalamata?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Kalamata is one of the most accessible cities in the Peloponnese \u2014 it has its own airport with direct flights from Athens and Europe, excellent bus connections from Athens, and easy road access from the main highways.<\/p>\n<p>In this practical guide, you will find <strong>all the options<\/strong> to get to Kalamata \u2014 with times, costs, and what to look out for in each case.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"By_Air_%E2%80%94_Kalamata_Airport_KLX\"><\/span>By Air \u2014 Kalamata Airport (KLX)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Kalamata International Airport &#8220;Kostas Simitis&#8221; (KLX)<\/strong> is located 8 kilometers east of the city and is the most convenient option for travelers from Athens or Europe.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Domestic_Flights\"><\/span>Domestic Flights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"208\"><strong>Route<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"208\"><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"208\"><strong>Frequency<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"208\">Athens (ATH) \u2192 Kalamata (KLX)<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">~35 minutes<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">Multiple routes daily (summer)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"208\">Thessaloniki (SKG) \u2192 Kalamata (KLX)<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">~70 minutes<\/td>\n<td width=\"208\">Seasonal Schedules<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"International_Charter_Flights\"><\/span>International \/ Charter Flights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In the summer, KLX accepts charter flights from England, Germany, the Netherlands, Scandinavia and other European countries.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_the_Airport_in_Kalamata_Akrogiali\"><\/span>From the Airport in Kalamata &amp; Akrogiali<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table width=\"468\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Transportation<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Destination<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Time<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Taxi<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">Kalamata Center<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~15 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Taxi<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">Avia Akrogiali<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~30 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Rental car<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">Airport pickup<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">\u2014<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Local KTEL<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">Kalamata Center<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~20 minutes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"KTEL_%E2%80%94_From_Athens_or_other_Cities\"><\/span>KTEL \u2014 From Athens or other Cities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>KTEL Messinia<\/strong> regularly serves the Athens-Kalamata line and is the most economical option for travelers without a car.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Athens_%E2%86%92_Kalamata\"><\/span>Athens \u2192 Kalamata<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Starting point<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">Athens Bus Station \u2014 Kifissos (Liosia)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>~2.5 hours<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Schedules<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">Multiple times daily (morning, noon, afternoon, night)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"312\"><strong>Termination<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"312\">Kalamata Bus Station (city center)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Kalamata_Bus_Station_to_Akrogiali_Avia\"><\/span>From Kalamata Bus Station to Akrogiali Avia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>From Kalamata Bus Station there are local buses to Avia. Check times at the departure point.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Car_%E2%80%94_Driving_to_Kalamata\"><\/span>Car \u2014 Driving to Kalamata<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Driving is the most flexible option \u2014 especially if you plan to explore Mani and surrounding destinations. A car gives you freedom of movement that no other option has.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Driving_Times\"><\/span>Driving Times<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table width=\"624\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Starting Point<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Route<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Distance<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Time<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Athens<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">E65 \/ A7 via Corinth\u2013Tripoli<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~240 km<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~2.5 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Patra<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">E65 via Corinth\u2013Tripoli<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~215 km<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~2.5 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Tripoli<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">E65 Southern branch<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~90 km<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~1 hour<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Sparta<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">EO 39 via Molaion or Astros<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~115 km<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~1.5 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"156\"><strong>Thessaloniki<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">Athens + E65<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~480 km<\/td>\n<td width=\"156\">~7.5 hours<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Route_from_Athens_Detailed\"><\/span>The Route from Athens (Detailed)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>From Athens, follow the <strong>Moria Motorway (E65\/A7)<\/strong> \u2014 a high-standard, signposted, toll-free highway. The route passes through Corinth, Tripoli and ends in Kalamata. Without traffic, 2.5 hours.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Caution in August:<\/strong> There is increased traffic in Corinth on Friday afternoon and Sunday evening. If you are traveling on a Friday, depart before 15:00 or after 20:00.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Kalamata_to_Akrogiali_Avias_%E2%80%94_Just_15_Minutes\"><\/span>From Kalamata to Akrogiali Avias \u2014 Just 15 Minutes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Whichever way you choose to get to Kalamata, the <strong>last route<\/strong> is one of the most enjoyable: 13 kilometers of coastal road south of the city, with views of the Messinian Gulf the entire way.<\/p>\n<p>From the center of Kalamata to <strong>Akrogiali Avias<\/strong>: 13 km \u2014 about <strong>15 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>From KLX airport to Akrogiali: 22 km \u2014 approximately <strong>25 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>You arrive at Moireas Apartments, open the door \u2014 and in front of you, 5 meters away, is the sea.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_there_direct_flights_to_Kalamata_from_Europe\"><\/span>Are there direct flights to Kalamata from Europe?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, in the summer KLX airport accepts charter flights from England, Germany, the Netherlands, Scandinavia and other European countries.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_you_need_a_car_in_Kalamata\"><\/span>Do you need a car in Kalamata?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you want to explore Messinian Mani, Ancient Messina, Stoupa and beaches in the area \u2014 yes, a car is necessary. If you plan to stay only in the city or in Akrogiali, you can get by with taxis and KTEL.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_does_the_KTEL_take_from_Athens_to_Kalamata\"><\/span>How long does the KTEL take from Athens to Kalamata?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>About 2.5-3 hours. It departs from Kifissos (Liosia) station in Athens. Book in advance in July-August.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_rent_a_car_in_Kalamata\"><\/span>Where can I rent a car in Kalamata?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Many local companies have offices at KLX airport. There are also rental offices in the city center. Book early in the summer \u2014 cars sell out.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kalamata is one of the most accessible cities in the Peloponnese \u2014 it has its own airport with direct flights from Athens and Europe, excellent bus connections from Athens, and easy road access from the main highways. 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