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1st training course:
Basics and Applications of Solid state Electrochemistry (BASE) Patras (Greece), May 7-11, 2007 |
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How to reach Patras from Athens International Airport (ATH) Patras is connected by air mainly through the Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos” which is located in Spata, 33 km southeast of Athens, and at a distance of approximately 240 kms from Patras. Patras is connected to Athens Airport by train, by bus or by taxi. You have the following options concerning your transportation from Athens Airport to Patras: |
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By Bus The public bus line connecting the airport with the Kifisos Intercity Bus (or KTEL) Station (central station for busses that run domestic routes all over the country) is the Express line E93. The bus runs every 35 minutes (click here to download timetable and here to view route) and its station is next to Exit 5 at the Arrivals Level. The route duration from the airport to KTEL station is less than 1 h, depending on traffic load. Alternatively, KTEL station can be reached by taxi (approx. 30 min, 40 €). From the Kifisos Intercity Bus Station take the coach to Patras (this bus service is operated by the Greek Bus Operators - KTEL). Busses depart every 30 min. The trip duration taking the Express Bus to Patras is about 2.5 h (the Express Bus itinerary does not include intermediate stops). Current ticket prices: For E93 line to KTEL 2.90€ For KTEL bus to Patras 13.90€. |
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By Car Several car rental companies currently operate at Athens International Airport with offices located at the Arrivals level. The car rental area is within walking distance from the Main Terminal Building, located at the northern side of the building (for more info please click here). The main corridor providing access to Athens International Airport is “Attiki Odos”, a high-speed 6-lane toll motorway, connecting Elefsina with the airport. Take the “Attiki Odos” highway from the airport towards Athens, and follow the signs to “Elefsina”. Stay on this course for ca 55 Km (this route bypasses Athens from the north side). Do not take the exit to "Elefsina" (end of "Attiki Odos", start of E94 highway) and start following the signs to “Korinthos”. This course will bring you to the Toll Station at the entrance of the Athens – Korinthos – Patras Highway (E65 highway). Cross the Toll Station and follow the signs to “Korinthos” for ca 55 Km. Just before reaching the exit to Korinthos, start following the signs to “Patras”. Stay on this course for ca 120 Km. Right after the Rio toll station (about 200 km from Athens), exit, and follow the signs to the University Campus. Use the same exit to reach most of the hotels in the vicinity of the Conference Venue. Total toll fee is 7 €. |
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By Taxi and Limousine Taxis and limousines queue outside the airport (next to Exit 3, Arrivals Level) providing service on a 24-hour basis. The average trip duration to Patras by taxi/limousine is 2.5 hrs and the one-way fare (regardless of passenger numbers) will be in excess of 300 € (plus any extra charges for excessive luggage). The driver is obliged to have the meter running for the duration of your journey. Please note that legally, taxi drivers at the airport reserve the right not to accept to take you to Patras. |
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By Train The Suburban Railway System (Proastiakos) runs every 2 hours (from 07:05 to 19:05). Take the Proastiakos, from the airport station to Korinth (Korinthos) terminal station. The route duration is 1h & 20 min. Change train at Korinth station to Patras (waiting time between Athens-Korinth and Korinth-Patras itineraries is currently 1 h). The trains to Patras run under the Hellenic Railways Organisation - OSE. It is advisable to use the InterCity train type as it is faster and more comfortable. Trains run from Korinth approximately every 2 hours (from 07:25 to 19:25) and the average travel to Patras is 2h & 20 min. Current ticket prices: For Proastiakos 8 € (4 € for students) For OSE Intercity train from Korinthos to Patras 6.40 € (5 € for students) For OSE Regular train from Korinthos to Patras 3.20 € (1.60 € for students). |
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Financed by the European Union Marie Curie Conferences and Training Courses EFEPOC Contract number: MSCF-CT-2006-046201 |