Getting Around

Thessaloniki is a pleasant city to explore on foot, though it does have an efficient and extensive bus service. Taxis are plentiful and can be called in advance or hailed from the street. They're also available at several taxi ranks in the city. For visitors planning to head off into the surrounding areas, hiring a car is a pleasant way to see the country, but there are frequent bus trips to the more famous sites.

Public transport in the city is primarily provided by the Organisation of Urban Transportation of Thessaloniki (abbreviated as OASTH after the Greek). Single tickets can be bought upon boarding, while multiple-journey tickets can be bought at ticket outlets. The OASTH website provides a full list of where to find them. Regional buses for long-distance travel can be found at the Macedonia Intercity Bus Terminal. OASTH also runs a tourist line on route 50, which provides transport to major attractions throughout the city.

Airports

Thessaloniki International Airport

The airport is located about 10 miles (about 17km) south of the city centre.

Thessaloniki International Airport (SKG)

Location

The airport is located about 10 miles (about 17km) south of the city centre.

Getting to the city

Bus 78 goes from Thessaloniki Airport to the city every hour and the journey takes about 45 minutes.

Time

Local time is GMT +2

Car rental

Car rental companies include Sixt, Avis and Hertz.

Airport Taxis

Taxis are available from the airport to downtown Thessaloniki.

Facilities

Facilities include ATMs, a bureau de change, restaurants and cafes, internet access, a nursery and play area, and duty-free shopping.

Parking

Parking is available.

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