Night Train Athens-Alexandroupoli — European rail service.
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| 1 | Athens Larissa Station Athens | Start | 22:30 |
| 2 | Thessaloniki Thessaloniki | 02:55 | 02:55 |
| 3 | Komotini Komotini | 05:49 | 05:49 |
| 4 | Alexandroupoli Alexandroupoli | 07:10 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Greece railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Night Train Athens-Alexandroupoli — European rail service. As a sleeper train, it is a overnight service with berth accommodation designed for travellers wanting to cover long distances while resting.
Night Train Athens-Alexandroupoli runs on every day of the week, with the timetable above showing the scheduled departure time at each intermediate stop. The full route includes 4 stops with a total scheduled time of 8h 40m, averaging out to approximately 160 minutes between consecutive stations once dwell time is taken into account. Major intermediate stops along the route include Thessaloniki, Komotini, providing passenger interchange points with regional and local services where available.
Night Train Athens-Alexandroupoli offers 1 travel class: 2nd Class. The lowest published fare is EUR 8 for 2nd Class, while the highest-class fare is EUR 8 for 2nd Class. Higher-class fares typically include wider seating, better climate control, and on many long-distance services include meals or refreshments. Travel class fare differences also reflect coach configuration — for example sleeper berths convert to flat beds for overnight travel, while seated coach classes use forward-facing reclining seats arranged 2+2 or 2+1 across the aisle. Check the per-class fare table on this page for the current published price by class.
On the day of travel, arrive at the originating station at least 30–45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. This gives time to locate the correct platform (platform number is announced on station information displays 20–60 minutes before departure), find your reserved coach (coach numbers are marked along the platform edge at major stations), and board with your luggage. Sleeper class passengers should note that bedrolls (linen, pillow, blanket) are typically provided by the operator on overnight services — confirm at the time of booking. Carry a light jacket or shawl as air-conditioning can run cold during the early-morning hours of the journey. Keep valuables in a small bag stowed under the lower berth rather than in overhead racks. Always cross-check the platform number against your e-ticket or seat reservation before boarding — multiple trains can depart within a short window from adjacent platforms during peak periods.
This Night Train Athens-Alexandroupoli page is part of the TrainsTracking Greece timetable collection covering passenger rail services across the Greece Railways network. Schedule data is verified daily against the official operator timetable, and fare information reflects the most recent published tariff. TrainsTracking is an information platform and does not process bookings or payments — all ticket purchases are completed directly through the official Greece Railways platform. For real-time delay information, platform changes, and same-day cancellations, always check station displays or the official operator app immediately before travel.
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Night Train Athens-Alexandroupoli departs at 22:30 and arrives at the final destination at 07:10. The total scheduled journey time is approximately 8h 40m. Times use the official Greece timetable and are local times at each stop. Always verify with Greece Railways on the day of travel as schedules can change due to engineering work or seasonal adjustments.
Night Train Athens-Alexandroupoli fares start from approximately EUR 8 for 2nd Class class and go up to EUR 8 for 2nd Class. Higher-class fares include wider seating, climate control, and on long-distance services may include meals. Book through official website for the latest published fares and to check current seat availability.
Tickets for Night Train Athens-Alexandroupoli are sold through official website, the official Greece Railways booking platform. Online booking opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on operator. Book in advance for the cheapest available fares. Tickets can also be purchased at station booking offices during opening hours, typically 08:00–20:00 daily.
Night Train Athens-Alexandroupoli makes 4 scheduled stops along its route. The journey starts at Athens Larissa Station and ends at Alexandroupoli. Major intermediate stops include Thessaloniki, Komotini. The full stop sequence with arrival and departure times is shown in the table above.
Night Train Athens-Alexandroupoli running days are shown in the hero section at the top of this page (badges indicate which days of the week the train operates). Some long-distance services run daily while others operate only on specific days (typically weekday-only or weekend-only). Operating days can change with the annual timetable revision (usually December) so verify current running days with Greece Railways before booking, particularly for trips planned more than 6 months ahead.
Yes, official website typically accepts international debit and credit cards from major card networks. Some operators require a local phone number for SMS confirmation — check the booking requirements before starting your reservation. Booking platforms display fares in the local currency of the operator.
Night Train Athens-Alexandroupoli offers 1 travel class: 2nd Class. Economy or standard classes have reserved numbered seats at the lowest fare. Premium classes (business, first class, sleeper) add wider seats, climate control, and on overnight services berths for lying flat. The fare table on this page lists current published prices for each class.
Platform numbers are not pre-published — they are announced on station information displays between 20 and 60 minutes before scheduled departure. Arrive early at the originating station to check the platform allocation displays. At larger stations, platform numbers can also be viewed on the operator's app. If the train is delayed or rescheduled, the platform may change at short notice — always verify against station displays immediately before boarding.