How to get to Poros by car from Athens
Getting to Poros by car from Athens is an easy and scenic drive, perfect for those seeking flexibility on their vacation. The route leads to Galatas in Troizinia, where you can cross over to Poros by ferry boat in just a few minutes
Poros can also be reached by car, as it is located just 160 kilometres from Athens.
• Follow the National Road Athens - Corinth • In Isthmus you follow the exit "Corinth Exit B' - Epidavros" • After 30 minutes you will see the cafe - restaurant "Stork" in your left hand • Shortly after you reach the exit for Poros - Spetses - Galata - Trachea • Go right at the exit and immediately below the bridge go left • In the small square right uphill to the S/M "Vassilopoulos" • You will see on your left hand mobile phone masts • At 1 km., follow the left exit to Poros - Galatas • The distance from Elefsina toll is 141 km • Total journey time 2.5 hours max
• Distance from Elefsina tolls 141 km • Total trip time approximately 135 minutes
The departures of the ferries are every 30 minutes, the duratiom to pass to Poros is about 5 minutes and the ticket price is from 6€
The road is an extension of the National Road, quite good and for the total route, at an average speed, we need about 2 hours and 15 minutes.
In Galatas there is a large public open parking area to park your car, in case you want to come in Poros by taxi boat in 5 minutes, with a ticket price of €1.50 per person.
Where to Stay in Poros
If you are travelling to Poros by car, you can choose between Poros Mood The Rooms, located in the center of Poros Town and next to the port, and the fully renovated Coco Luxury Apartments, situated just 70 meters from the waterfront.
Poros Mood The Rooms is located right in the center of Poros Town and next to the island's port, within walking distance of restaurants, cafés, and shops. The rooms feature private balconies with beautiful views of the sea and the harbor, offering comfortable accommodation in a prime location.
Coco Luxury Apartments were fully renovated in 2023 and are located just 70 meters from the waterfront, in the center of Poros. They offer modern apartments in a quiet location, with easy access to the port, shops, and restaurants of the island.