Athens to Edirne by train
Edirne lies 476 km (296 mi) north-east of Athens, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 13 min at the speeds typical of Greece and Turkey rail, over roughly 581 km (361 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Athens | Edirne | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Greece | Turkey |
| Population | 664,046 | 180,002 |
| Elevation | 84 m (276 ft) | 62 m (203 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Athens) | UTC+3 (Europe/Istanbul) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Karaağaç railway station, Edirne railway station, Kapıkule railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Edirne
Crossing from Greece into Turkey: money changes from the Euro to the Lira (TRY); the dialling code becomes +90; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25743529.
Where to book trains from Athens to Edirne
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Staying in Edirne
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Common questions
How far is Edirne from Athens?
476 km (296 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Athens; by road roughly 581 km (361 mi).
How long does it take to get from Athens to Edirne by train?
About 5 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Athens and Edirne?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Edirne?
The Lira (TRY).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.