How to travel from Thessaloniki to Naxos, Greece

The distance between Thessaloniki and Naxos is around 468km (291 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 25m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Thessaloniki to Naxos 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 NaxosThessaloniki if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Naxos Is (JNX).

  • Duration2h 25m
  • Flight time1h 40m
  • Typical cost
    €145($145)
Operated byOlympic Air+ 2 others

2 similiar routes

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Syros and then to Naxos.

  • Duration1 day 1h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €140($140)

2 similiar routes

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Train and Ferry

Take the train to Athens then take a ferry to Naxos.

  • Duration7h 60m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €90($90)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Car and Ferry

Drive to Piraeus then take a ferry to Naxos.

  • Duration8h 30m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €155($155)
Operated by

Multiple operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Thessaloniki and Naxos

There are several options for getting from Thessaloniki to Naxos by plane, ferry, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take a ferry which costs around €90 ($90) and will take around 7h 60m. 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 €145 ($145).

The distance between Thessaloniki and Naxos is around 468km (291 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 455km (282 miles)

It takes around 2h 25m to get from Thessaloniki and Naxos by plane.

The quickest way to get from Thessaloniki to Naxos is to fly which takes around 2h 25m and will set you back approx €145 ($145).

The cheapest way to travel between Thessaloniki and Naxos is to take the train and then take a ferry which will typically cost around €90 ($90) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Thessaloniki and Naxos. We recommend that you fly from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Naxos Is (JNX). instead which will take 2h 25m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Thessaloniki and Naxos. We recommend that you fly from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Naxos Is (JNX). instead which will take 2h 25m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Thessaloniki and Naxos. The ferry typically takes around 1 day 1h and departs once a week.

Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways run the ferry services between Thessaloniki and Naxos. 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 Thessaloniki and Naxos. Flights depart from Thessaloniki (SKG) and arrive at Naxos Is (JNX) - via Athens (ATH). The flight takes around 1h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Thessaloniki to Naxos. 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 Thessaloniki to Naxos typically takes around 1h 40m. Flights depart from Thessaloniki (SKG) and and arrive into Naxos Is (JNX).

The closest major airport to Naxos is Naxos Airport (JNX) (JNX) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Naxos. Samos International Airport (SMI) (SMI) and Kos Island International Airport (KGS) (KGS) 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 Thessaloniki to Naxos. We recommend that you fly from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Naxos Is (JNX). instead which will take 2h 25m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Thessaloniki to Naxos is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 25m and will usually cost around €145 ($145).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Thessaloniki and Naxos

Transport options from Thessaloniki to Naxos
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
2h 25m
€145($145)
every 30 mins478km (297 miles)
Fly to Mykonos (JMK), Ferry2h 25m
€250($250)
once daily468km (291 miles)
Plane and Ferry3h 10m
€305($305)
once daily621km (386 miles)
Ferry + 2 similar
1 day 1h
€140($140)
once a week911km (566 miles)
Bus and Ferry9h 55m
€125($125)
twice daily734km (456 miles)
Bus to Piraeus Port Astiggos, Ferry11h 20m
€105($105)
twice daily770km (479 miles)
Train and Ferry
7h 60m
€90($90)
twice daily771km (479 miles)
Car and Ferry
8h 30m
€155($155)
twice daily729km (453 miles)

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Airports near Naxos

The following major airports near Naxos offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Greece and internationally.

JNX
Naxos Airport (JNX)
Domestic Airport
Distance
9km (6 miles) from Naxos
SMI
Samos International Airport (SMI)
International Airport
Distance
146km (90 miles) from Naxos
KGS
Kos Island International Airport (KGS)
International Airport
Distance
147km (91 miles) from Naxos