Access to Xanthi

If you are planning to attend the upcoming IEEE CAFE 2024 conference hosted by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Democritus University of Thrace, here’s how you can easily reach Xanthi:

By Air

  • The nearest airport to Xanthi is Kavala International Airport “Alexander the Great” (KVA), located approximately 40 kilometers from the city. After landing, you can drive to Xanthi via Egnatia Highway (A2), which takes about 25 km. You have the option to rent a car or take a taxi directly to Xanthi, or head to Chryssoupolis and take a bus to Xanthi. For more details, you can contact Kavala Airport at +30 25910 53400 or visit their website here. 

  • Another nearby airport is Democritus Alexandroupolis Airport (AXD), about 120 km from Xanthi. Upon arrival, you can rent a car or take a taxi to reach Xanthi directly. Alternatively, reaching the city by train or bus is also possible. For more information, contact Democritus Alexandroupolis Airport at +30 25510 89314 or visit their website here. 
  • Additionally, Thessaloniki Airport “Makedonia” (SKG) is an option, especially for international attendees. Located approximately 220 kilometers from Xanthi, this airport provides extensive domestic and international flight connections. After landing, you can rent a car or take a taxi to drive directly to Xanthi via the Egnatia Highway (A2), or use the intercity bus services from Thessaloniki to Xanthi. For further assistance, contact Thessaloniki Airport at +30 2310 985000 or visit their website here.

 

By Car

If you prefer to drive, Xanthi is well connected by road. 

  • From Thessaloniki, drive on the Egnatia Highway (A2), part of the European route E90, which runs near Xanthi. Passing the Nestos bridge, take the East Exit to Xanthi. Continue straight until you reach the east entrance of the city. 
  • From Komotini or Alexandroupoli, the route is similar, taking the East Exit on Egnatia Highway directly to Xanthi.  Within Xanthi, navigating to the Kimmeria area is straightforward; at the railroad intersection in the east of the city, a right turn will lead you there.

Driving from Thessaloniki takes about two hours, and from Athens, it takes approximately six hours, offering picturesque views of the Greek countryside.

By Bus

Regular bus routes are available from Athens, Thessaloniki, Kavala, and Alexandroupoli to Xanthi. The bus station in Xanthi is centrally located, and buses arrive and depart frequently throughout the day. This service offers a flexible schedule suitable for various travel itineraries. For bus schedules and more information, contact Xanthi Bus Services at +30 25410 27200 or visit their website here.

Notice

We are in ongoing process of arranging bus transportation from nearby airports (AXD, KVA) to Xanthi for participants convenience. Please stay tuned for further updates on this page as we finalize the details. 

For any immediate questions or concerns, please contact us at ieeecafe2024@gmail.com.