Trains in Greece

The Greek railway company TRAINOSE operates services between some of the country's main cities including Athens and Thessaloniki. Find train times on the TRAINOSE website.

Domestic trains in Greece

Interrail Pass Holders can travel on all TRAINOSE trains. Interrailers only have to pay the InterCity (IC) train supplements and any additional fees.

InterCity

• High quality and speed across Athens, Thessaloniki, Alexandroupolis and Dikea.

• Reservations required (but free of charge).

Suburban railway

• Connects major urban centres to the suburbs.

• Available in Athens, Thessaloniki and Patras.

• Reservations not required.

Bicycles are allowed as check-in luggage on certain trains. Please check at the train stations in any fees apply.

Scenic train routes in Greece

The Pelion train

• A steam train travels from Ano Lehonia to Milies, up the spectacular Mount Pelion.

• The journey lasts 1.5 hours, including a 15-minute break.

The Rack Railway

• A rack railroad from Diakofto to Kalavryta takes you through the gorgeous Vouraikos Gorge.

• The journey lasts approximately 1 hour.

Which trains in Greece require reservations?

• InterCity

See reservation fees for trains in Greece

How can I make reservations for trains in Greece?

• In person: At ticket desks in Greek train stations.
   

Read more about reservations

International ferry routes from Greece to Italy

Interrail Pass Holders with a Pass valid in both Greece and Italy get FREE and discounted ferry travel to Italy on the following routes:

Grimaldi Lines

• Igoumenitsa/Patras – Brindisi

Minoan Lines

• Patras/Igoumenitsa to Ancona/Ravenna/Trieste

Superfast Ferries

• Patras/Igoumenitsa to Ancona/Bari/Venice

• Corfu - Bari (summer only)