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How to get from Litochoro to Pelion
Driving from Litochoro to the Pelion villages above Volos takes about 2 h on the A1 motorway via Larissa. By public transport, take a train from Litochoro to Larissa and on to Volos, then a KTEL bus up into Pelion, about 3–4 h with connections.
Best option: Car. Pelion's villages are spread across the mountain, and a car makes the trip and getting around much easier.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| car A1 motorway south via the Tempi valley and Larissa, then towards Volos and up into Pelion (Portaria, Makrinitsa and other villages) (about 150–170 km) | about 2 h to Volos and the lower villages, more for the far side of Pelion | fuel plus motorway tolls of roughly €8–12 | Mountain roads in Pelion are narrow and winding; winter snow is possible in the upper villages. | |
| train Hellenic Train from Litochoro station to Larissa, then the regional train from Larissa to Volos, then a KTEL Magnesias bus to the Pelion villages | about 3–4 h including connections | a few connections a day | about €15–25 in total | Litochoro station is a few kilometres from the town. Check current timetables for each leg, as Greek rail services have changed frequently. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Pelion covers a large area: villages on the east (Aegean) side are 1 h or more from Volos.
- KTEL Magnesias buses from Volos serve most Pelion villages; check times locally.
- Ski season at Chania (Agriolefkes) in winter can bring traffic on the upper roads.
- The Tempi valley section of the A1 includes tunnels and tolls.
Common questions
How long is the drive from Litochoro to Pelion?
About 2 h to Volos and the nearby villages such as Portaria and Makrinitsa, via the A1 motorway and Larissa. The far side of Pelion, around Tsagarada or Milopotamos, takes 1 h or more extra on winding roads. Tolls on the motorway are roughly €8–12.
Can I get from Litochoro to Pelion by public transport?
Yes, with changes. Take a train from Litochoro to Larissa, then a regional train to Volos, and a KTEL Magnesias bus up to your village. It takes about 3–4 h. Check current timetables for each leg, as connections are limited and Greek rail schedules change.
Is there a direct bus from Litochoro to Volos?
Not as a regular direct service as far as we know. Buses from Litochoro mainly go to Katerini and Thessaloniki. Most travellers use the train via Larissa or drive. Check with KTEL Pierias for any current connections, or ask at the bus station in Katerini.
Is Pelion a good day trip from Litochoro?
It can work by car if you start early and limit yourself to Volos and one or two villages near the top, such as Makrinitsa. Pelion is large and slow to explore, so most visitors stay at least one night. Public transport makes a day trip impractical.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.