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Thessaloniki is one of the most accessible cities in Greece, strategically connected by air, rail, road, sea, and intercity coach services. The city is served by Macedonia International Airport (SKG), offering direct flights to dozens of international and domestic destinations. Thessaloniki is also a major railway hub with national and international train connections, an extensive intercity bus network via KTEL Macedonia, and direct road access through Egnatia Odos and the E75 motorway. The city’s port further strengthens its role as a gateway to the Balkans, Central Europe, and the Mediterranean.
Thessaloniki holds a strategic position in Greece and Southeast Europe, functioning as a major transportation hub with direct access by air, rail, road, sea, and coach services. Whether arriving for studies, business, or cultural exploration, the city offers multiple, reliable entry points supported by modern infrastructure and international connections.
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Air Travel
Macedonia International Airport (SKG)
Macedonia International Airport
Macedonia International Airport (IATA code: SKG) connects Thessaloniki with approximately 38 countries and over 60 international cities, as well as 35 destinations within Greece. Flight availability varies seasonally, ensuring flexibility throughout the year.
Airport Location & Transfers
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Distance from city center: approximately 16 km
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Direct public transport via OASTH bus lines 01X (day) and 01N (night)
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Taxi transfer to the city center averages €20
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On-site services include ATMs, currency exchange, duty-free shops, car rentals, catering facilities, and a Tourist Information Office
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Rail Connections
Thessaloniki New Railway Station
Thessaloniki New Railway Station
The New Railway Station, located on Monastiriou Street, serves as the central passenger terminal for Northern Greece. It operates suburban, national, and international routes, making Thessaloniki easily reachable from major Greek and Balkan cities.
Key Rail Routes
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Suburban lines to Edessa and Florina
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National line connecting Athens – Thessaloniki – Alexandroupolis
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International connections to Sofia, Skopje, and Belgrade
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Coach & Bus Services
KTEL “Macedonia” Intercity Bus Station
KTEL Macedonia
KTEL Macedonia is the primary hub for long-distance bus travel, operating approximately 800 daily routes. It serves 41 domestic destinations, multiple coastal routes, and international connections to countries such as Germany, Bulgaria, Albania, Czech Republic, and Slovakia.
Facilities include waiting areas, cafés, restaurants, luggage storage, free Wi-Fi, and direct access via urban transport and taxi services.
KTEL Halkidiki Bus Station
KTEL Halkidiki
A separate station operates routes to Halkidiki resorts, with regular services to Nea Moudania, Kassandreia, Nea Kallikratia, and Arnea. The station is fully accessible and connected daily to Thessaloniki via local buses and taxis.
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Road Access & Car Travel
National & European Highway Network
Egnatia Odos
Thessaloniki is seamlessly connected by road through Egnatia Odos (E90), part of the trans-European highway network. This route links the city westward to the port of Igoumenitsa (with ferry connections to Italy) and eastward to the Greek–Turkish border at Kipous of Evros.
Additionally, the PATHE motorway (E75) connects Thessaloniki directly with Athens and southern Greece, as well as with Northern European corridors.
Parking Information
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Numerous municipal and private parking facilities throughout the city
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Average cost: €2.5–€4 for the first hour, with reduced rates thereafter
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Sea Access
Port of Thessaloniki
Port of Thessaloniki
The city’s harbor supports cruise ship arrivals and maritime connections, reinforcing Thessaloniki’s role as a gateway between the Mediterranean, the Balkans, and Central Europe.
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Strategic Advantage for Visitors & Students
Thanks to its multimodal transport infrastructure—airport, railway station, intercity buses, port, and highways—Thessaloniki ensures efficient, predictable, and cost-effective access from Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. This accessibility is a key factor for international students, professionals, and visitors choosing the city as a long-term destination.
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