Pelion is renowned for its charming villages, lovely beaches, and lush landscapes. It’s an excellent destination all year round, with skiing in winter and beach activities in summer. There are various ways to reach Pelion, depending on where you’re coming from.
By Air:
The closest airport to Pelion is the Nea Anchialos National Airport in Volos, about 26 kilometers from the city center. This airport has connections to several European cities via charter flights, particularly in the summer.
From Athens or Thessaloniki: If you’re flying into Athens or Thessaloniki, you can catch a domestic flight to Nea Anchialos. The flight from Athens to Volos takes approximately 40 minutes.
By Car:
If you prefer ground transportation, you can reach Pelion by car or bus from major Greek cities.
Grab a hire car from Athens: The drive from Athens to Volos takes about 4 to 5 hours, depending on traffic. Take the National Highway Athens – Lamia – Thessaloniki and follow the signs to Volos.
Get a hire car from Thessaloniki: If you’re driving from Thessaloniki, the trip to Volos takes about 2.5 hours via the E75 highway.
By Bus:
There are regular bus services (KTEL buses) from Athens and Thessaloniki to Volos. Once in Volos, you can take a local bus or taxi to your destination in Pelion. The bus trip from Athens to Volos lasts about 4-5 hours, and from Thessaloniki to Volos around 3 hours.
By Train:
You can also reach Volos by train from Athens or Thessaloniki. The journey from Athens lasts approximately 4-5 hours, while from Thessaloniki it’s about 3 hours. From the train station in Volos, you can take a taxi or a local bus to your final destination in Pelion.
Getting Around
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Avis Volos: Pyrassou 26 Phone: +30 24211 05154
Avis Larisa: 6th Km Larissa – Trikala N.road, 415 00 Phone: +30 24111 00110
Thessaloniki Airport T1, In Terminal 1, Bus To Car Park, Thessaloniki, 55103. Phone: +30 2314400215
Thessaloniki Port, Salaminos, 54645, Greece Phone.: +30 2310 888100
Athens Airport: Airport, 5th Klm Spaton-Loutsas Av., Athens, 190 19. Phone: +30 210 3530578
24-hour drop-off
Athens Downtown: 23 Syggrou Avenue, 117 42 Phone: +30 210 322 4951 – 7
Athens Chalandri: 47, Vas. Georgiou str.,152 33, Halandri Phone: +30 210 687 9800
Athens Metamorfosi: 9, Sorrou Str, 144 52 Metamorfosi Phone: +30 211 107 1414Public buses
Regular bus services from Volos to nearly every village in Pelion are available. For more detailed information, visit the website www.ktelvolou.gr.
Taxis
Taxi & Minibus services Phone: +30 697 699 1511
Pelion Taxi Services Phone: +30 6944 50 60 63
Luxury Taxi Volos Phone: +30 +30 697 561 0740
Volos Taxi Phone: +30 24210 27777, +30 694 627 7776, +30 697 022 7777Steam train – Moutzouris
In the heart of Pelion, Greece, lies the historic Moutzouris steam train, affectionately known as “Smudgy.” A treasured emblem from the late 19th century, this locomotive continues to charm visitors with its nostalgic allure. Today, Moutzouris offers exclusive journeys from Ano Lechonia to Milies, primarily from spring to early autumn. As it chugs along picturesque landscapes and through quaint villages, passengers are treated to a unique travel experience that harks back to an earlier era. Don’t miss out on this captivating adventure when visiting Pelion.
