How far is it from Athens to Patras?

The distance between Athens and Patras is 212 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Athens to Patras?

The drive from Athens to Patras takes approximately 2 h 30 min by car.

The fastest route from Athens to Patras covers 212 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 30 min.

Patras lies roughly to the west of Athens.

The drive from Athens to Patras mainly follows Α8.

Distance: 212 kmDrive time: 2 h 30 min

Driving from Athens to Patras takes about 2 h 30 min via Α8. The distance is 212 km. The straight-line distance is 177 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Peristeri, Nea Peramos, Loutraki, Rio. Driving directions

Driving directions21 · 212 km

The return trip from Patras to Athens covers roughly the same distance, 212 km.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 17 August 2026.

How far is it from Athens to Patras?: The distance between Athens and Patras is 212 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Athens to Patras?: The drive from Athens to Patras takes approximately 2 h 30 min by car.
What is the best route from Athens to Patras?: The fastest route from Athens to Patras covers 212 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 30 min.
Which direction is Patras from Athens?: Patras lies roughly to the west of Athens.
Which roads does the route from Athens to Patras follow?: The drive from Athens to Patras mainly follows Α8.