Written by Celine Fournier, Julien Lambert, Maria Gaulto
07/08/2025
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Kalamata International Airport (KLX) serves as the primary air gateway to the region, and Kalamata also hosts the main KTEL bus station, connecting Kardamyli to various parts of Greece. Athens (ATH) is a major hub for international arrivals, with bus connections to Kalamata.
By Air:
Fly into Kalamata International Airport (KLX). During summer, charter flights connect Kalamata with numerous European cities.
Seasonal direct flights from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Kalamata (KLX) are available, typically from June to September, lasting around 45-50 minutes.
By Bus (KTEL):
From Athens to Kalamata: Buses depart frequently from Athens' Kifissos Bus Terminal to Kalamata, with journey times ranging from approximately 2 hours 45 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes. A one-way ticket typically costs €22-€35, with return tickets around €43-€45.
From Kalamata to Kardamyli: Local KTEL buses connect Kalamata to Kardamyli, with an approximate travel time of 1 hour and a cost of around €8.
The total bus journey from Athens to Kardamyli, including a transfer in Kalamata, can take approximately 4 to 4.5 hours.
By Car:
Driving from Athens to Kardamyli offers flexibility and takes approximately 3 hours 20 minutes (about 290 km) via modern highways. Tolls on this route are around €23-€35.
From Kalamata International Airport to Kardamyli, the drive is approximately 56 minutes (42 km) and typically costs €7-€11 for fuel/tolls.
By Taxi/Private Transfer:
From Kalamata International Airport to Kardamyli: Taxis and private transfers are available, taking about 56 minutes to 1 hour. Fares typically range from €40-€80.
From Athens to Kardamyli: Private transfers are also an option, taking around 3 hours 20 minutes and costing from €61 per seat.
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