Practical Information

How to Get Here

• By air: Alexandroupoli "Dimokritos" National Airport (code AXD), a few minutes from the centre, with daily flights to/from Athens (about 55 minutes) and seasonal international flights.
• By rail: The train station is a hub for Thessaloniki, Orestiada, and internationally towards Turkey and Bulgaria, with connections to major Greek cities (Hellenic Train).
• By bus: KTEL Evros runs regular services to/from Athens, Thessaloniki, and the villages of the Evros Regional Unit, as well as towards the borders with Bulgaria and Turkey.
• By boat: Ferries depart from the port of Alexandroupoli for Samothraki (and seasonally for Lemnos, Kavala, and other islands of the eastern Aegean) - ideal for a day trip or an overnight stay on the island.

Once you arrive, check out the detailed guide to parking and city public transport - where to park, which bus line takes you to which beach, and how much a ticket costs.

Useful Phone Numbers

• 112 - Single European Emergency Number
• 100 - Immediate Action (Police)
• 166 - EKAB (Ambulance)
• 199 - Fire Service
• Alexandroupoli University General Hospital: 25513 51000
• Alexandroupoli Port Authority: 25510 26468
• KTEL Evros: 25510 26479
• Alexandroupoli City Hall: 25510 64100

Useful to Know for Visitors

• Most shops take a midday break; many reopen in the afternoon, especially during the summer months.
• Tipping at tavernas/restaurants is not mandatory, but rounding up the bill or ~5-10% is customary.
• Currency: Euro (€).

The information on this page is updated periodically - it is always good to confirm hours/schedules/phone numbers directly before your trip, as some details (especially phone numbers) change over time.