How to travel from Naxos to Thessaloniki, Greece
The distance between Naxos and Thessaloniki is around 464km (288 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 25m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Naxos to Thessaloniki by plane, ferry, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Thessaloniki → Naxos if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Thessaloniki (SKG).
- Duration2h 25m
- Flight time1h 35m
- Typical cost€165($165)
Sky Express
+ 1 others2 similiar routes
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Syros and then to Thessaloniki.
- Duration1 day 1h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€135($135)
Multiple ferry operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry to Paros, train
Take a ferry to Paros and then to Piraeus then take the train to Thessaloniki.
- Duration7h 50m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical cost€155($155)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Piraeus then drive to Thessaloníki.
- Duration8h 55m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost€155($155)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Naxos and Thessaloniki
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Naxos to Thessaloniki by plane, ferry, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around €100 ($100) and will take around 10h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €165 ($165).
The distance between Naxos and Thessaloniki is around 464km (288 miles).
It takes around 2h 25m to get from Naxos and Thessaloniki by plane.
The quickest way to get from Naxos to Thessaloniki is to fly which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx €165 ($165).
The cheapest way to travel between Naxos and Thessaloniki is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around €100 ($100) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Naxos and Thessaloniki. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Thessaloniki (SKG). instead which will take 2h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Naxos and Thessaloniki. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Thessaloniki (SKG). instead which will take 2h 25m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Naxos and Thessaloniki. The ferry typically takes around 1 day 1h and departs once a week.
Hellenic Seaways and Blue Star Ferries run the ferry services between Naxos and Thessaloniki. Ferries run once a week and take around 1 day 1h on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Naxos and Thessaloniki. Flights depart from Naxos Is (JNX) and arrive at Thessaloniki (SKG) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 35m.
There is no direct flight from Naxos to Thessaloniki. There is however a flight that goes via Athens (ATH). This services will take at least 2h 25m (not including layover time).
The flight from Naxos to Thessaloniki typically takes around 1h 35m. Flights depart from Naxos Is (JNX) and and arrive into Thessaloniki (SKG).
The closest major airport to Thessaloniki is Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) (SKG) which is approximately 14km (8 miles) from Thessaloniki. Kozani National Airport (KZI) (KZI) and Kavala International Airport (KVA) (KVA) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Naxos to Thessaloniki. We recommend that you fly from Naxos Is (JNX) to Thessaloniki (SKG). instead which will take 2h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Naxos to Thessaloniki is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around €165 ($165).
Compare travel optionsbetween Naxos and Thessaloniki
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 2 similar | 2h 25m | €165($165) | every 30 mins | 476km (296 miles) |
| Ferry to Mykonos, Fly | 2h 30m | €250($250) | once daily | 464km (288 miles) |
| Ferry and Plane | 3hrs | €310($310) | once daily | 620km (385 miles) |
Ferry + 2 similar | 1 day 1h | €135($135) | once a week | 911km (566 miles) |
| Ferry to Paros, bus | 9h 30m | €175($175) | 4 times a week | 706km (439 miles) |
| Ferry and Bus | 10h 45m | €100($100) | twice daily | 738km (458 miles) |
Ferry to Paros, train + 1 similar | 7h 50m | €155($155) | 4 times a week | 742km (461 miles) |
| Ferry and Train | 8h 40m | €105($105) | twice daily | 771km (479 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 8h 55m | €155($155) | twice daily | 730km (453 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Naxos and Thessaloniki
Airlines
Sky Express
Aegean Airlines
Bus companies
Union Ivkoni
KTEL Thessalonikis
Ferry operators
Hellenic Seaways
Airports near Thessaloniki
The following major airports near Thessaloniki offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)
- Distance
- 14km (8 miles) from Thessaloniki
Kozani National Airport (KZI)
- Distance
- 100km (62 miles) from Thessaloniki
Kavala International Airport (KVA)
- Distance
- 145km (90 miles) from Thessaloniki