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How to get from Halkidiki to Litochoro
Driving from Halkidiki to Litochoro, at the foot of Mount Olympus, takes about 1 h 45–2 h 30 via Thessaloniki and the A1 motorway, depending on where in Halkidiki you start. By public transport you take a KTEL Chalkidikis bus to Thessaloniki and then a bus or train to Litochoro, about 3–4 h.
Best option: Car. A car avoids changing bus stations in Thessaloniki and roughly halves the journey time.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| car Road north-west to Thessaloniki, then the A1 motorway south towards Katerini and Larissa, exit for Litochoro | about 1 h 45 from Kassandra, 2 h 30 from Sithonia | fuel plus a few euros in A1 tolls | Thessaloniki's ring road can be slow at rush hour. | |
| bus KTEL Chalkidikis bus to Thessaloniki, then a KTEL bus from Thessaloniki's Macedonia bus station to Litochoro | about 3–4 h including the change | several buses a day on both legs | about €20–30 in total | The two companies use different bus stations in Thessaloniki; allow time for a city bus or taxi between them. |
| train Bus to Thessaloniki, then a Hellenic Train regional train to Litochoro station | about 3–4 h in total; the train leg is about 1 h | several trains a day | about €20–30 in total | Litochoro station is near the coast, a few kilometres below the town; arrange a taxi or local bus up. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- If you plan to hike Olympus, stay at least one night in Litochoro and start early.
- Enipeas gorge starts right from Litochoro and makes a good short walk.
- Fill up before the A1; fuel is cheaper off the motorway.
- In August, leave Halkidiki early to avoid traffic towards Thessaloniki.
Common questions
How long does it take from Halkidiki to Litochoro?
By car about 1 h 45 from Kassandra and up to 2 h 30 from Sithonia, going through Thessaloniki and down the A1 motorway. By public transport, allow 3–4 hours because you change in Thessaloniki, often between two bus stations.
Is there a direct bus from Halkidiki to Litochoro?
No. You take a KTEL Chalkidikis bus to Thessaloniki, then a KTEL bus or a train to Litochoro. The two bus companies use different stations in Thessaloniki, so you need a city bus or taxi between them. Check current timetables to time the connection.
Can I take the train to Litochoro?
Yes. Hellenic Train regional trains from Thessaloniki stop at Litochoro station, taking about an hour. The station is a few kilometres below the town, near the coast, so arrange a taxi. You still need a bus from Halkidiki to Thessaloniki first.
Can I visit Mount Olympus as a day trip from Halkidiki?
You can see Litochoro, the Enipeas gorge and drive up to Prionia, but hiking towards the summit needs at least two days. With a car and an early start, a day trip with a short walk is realistic. By public transport the travel time makes it a very long day.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.