How to travel from Poros to Sparta, Greece
The distance between Poros and Sparta is around 246km (153 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus which takes around 5hrs.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Poros to Sparta by bus and ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Sparta → Poros if you're planning a return trip.
Bus
Take the bus to Isthmos and then to Sparti.
- Duration5hrs
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost€33($33)
Multiple bus operators
1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Piraeus then take the bus to Sparti.
- Duration5h 30m
- Departsevery 20 mins
- Typical cost€69($69)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Poros and Sparta
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Poros to Sparta by bus and ferry. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €33 ($33) and will take around 5hrs.
The distance between Poros and Sparta is around 246km (153 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 105km (65 miles)
It takes around 5hrs to get from Poros and Sparta by bus.
The quickest way to get from Poros to Sparta is to take the bus which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx €33 ($33).
The cheapest way to travel between Poros and Sparta is to take the bus which will typically cost around €33 ($33) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Poros and Sparta. We recommend that you take the bus to Isthmos and then to Sparti. instead which will take 5hrs.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Poros and Sparta. It typically takes around 5hrs and departs twice daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Poros to Sparta. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Isthmos and Isthmos. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 5hrs.
KTEL Argolidas and KTEL Korinthias run regular bus services between Poros and Sparta. Buses run twice daily and take around 5hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Poros to Sparta. We recommend that you take the bus to Isthmos and then to Sparti. instead which will take 5hrs.
The closest major airport to Sparta is Kalamata International Airport (KLX) (KLX) which is approximately 35km (22 miles) from Sparta. Kithira Airport (KIT) (KIT) and Araxos Airport (GPA) (GPA) 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 Poros to Sparta. We recommend that you take the bus to Isthmos and then to Sparti. instead which will take 5hrs.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Poros to Sparta is to take the bus which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around €33 ($33).
Compare travel optionsbetween Poros and Sparta
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus + 1 similar | 5hrs | €33($33) | twice daily | 246km (153 miles) |
| Bus via Isthmos | 5hrs | €33($33) | twice daily | 246km (153 miles) |
Ferry and Bus | 5h 30m | €69($69) | every 20 mins | 300km (187 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Poros and Sparta
Bus companies
KTEL Argolidas
KTEL Korinthias
KTEL Lakonias
Ferry operators
Hellenic Seaways
Airports near Sparta
The following major airports near Sparta offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.
Kalamata International Airport (KLX)
- Distance
- 35km (22 miles) from Sparta
Kithira Airport (KIT)
- Distance
- 103km (64 miles) from Sparta
Araxos Airport (GPA)
- Distance
- 148km (92 miles) from Sparta