Book train travel on Greek Railways by calling Rail Europe at (877) 257-2887, or visit their Web site (see Resources below).
Take an InterCity or Express InterCity train for a quick ride between major metropolitan areas. The nonstop route between Athens and Thessaloniki takes about 5 hours.
Book a ticket on a steam train through the idyllic Thessalia area for a taste of historic rail travel. These trains take you from Ano Lechonia to Milies.
Find detailed station timetables on the OSE Web site. Offered in English, this site is fairly easy to navigate and can help you book your trip between Greece's best-known cities and sights.
Arrive in Thessaloniki, Greece's hub for railway travel. Recent renovation has resulted in faster travel times between other European destinations and Greece.
Purchase a Greece Rail Pass in the United States to save money on trains while in Greece. The rail pass is valuable if you plan to travel extensively by rail while within the country; it may not be worth it if you plan limited train travel only.
Take one of 221 trains running daily between Greece's cities, big and small alike. The Greek railway system covers more than 2,400 kilometers of track and provides access to neighboring countries, including Turkey and the Balkan nations.
Pack as if you were traveling to California for your trip to Greece. The weather is similar, especially during the peak tourist season of July and August.
Leave the Greek dictionary at home for this trip. English is widely spoken, though Greek is the official language.
Forget the drachma, which was replaced by the euro as the national currency in 2002. You can expect to find plenty of currency exchanges in popular tourist destinations.
Book your itinerary for Greece before the April through October tourist season. This country is a popular vacation spot for Europeans, so making early reservations is wise to ensure you get the travel and room accommodations you desire.
