For the ancient Greeks, Delphi was the centre of the world, marked by the Omphalos ('navel'), and the Pythian Games were held here every four years. The site has been UNESCO World Heritage since 1987. Zonetransfers sends a driver to the arrivals exit at Eleftherios Venizelos and takes you straight to Delphi at a fixed price from €259.
A private transfer from Athens Airport to Delphi costs from €259 per vehicle with one to four people on board, covering about 198 km in 2 h 45–3 h. Tolls, waiting time and child seats are part of the fixed price. Zonetransfers emails your voucher with a 24-hour number.
From the airport the route takes the A1 north, then the road to Thebes and Livadeia and the EO48 through Arachova on the slopes of Parnassus, down to Delphi on a winding mountain stretch.
Short stops on the way are free; extra stops with a detour cost €13.
The Sanctuary of Athena Pronaia, with the famous Tholos, is about 800 m from the main Apollo site, with the Castalian Spring between them: allow for the walk along the road when planning your visit.
| Name | Type | Why go |
|---|---|---|
| Sanctuary of Apollo | Sight | Temple, theatre and stadium on the slope of Parnassus; the combined ticket with the museum costs €20, open 8:00–20:00 from April to October. |
| Delphi Archaeological Museum | Sight | Home of the Charioteer; winter hours 8:30–15:30. |
| Tholos of Athena Pronaia | Sight | Circular building of 380–360 BC, about 800 m from the main site. |
| Castalian Spring | Sight | Sacred spring between the sanctuary and the Roman agora. |
| Arachova | Sight | Mountain village on the way from Athens, busy in winter. |
| Visit the site early | Activity | Climb the Sacred Way to the stadium at opening time. |
| Arachova | Activity | Tavernas and local products. |
| Skiing on Parnassus | Activity | In winter Arachova is the base for the slopes. |
| Olive grove viewpoint | Activity | The sea of olive trees down to Itea and the Gulf of Corinth. |
Pay securely online with a card or PayPal; nothing is paid to the driver.
Most tours do Delphi as a long day from Athens. Arriving straight from the airport and staying a night lets you visit at opening time before the coaches arrive.
Free child seats and room for bulky luggage.
Temple, theatre and stadium on the slope of Parnassus; the combined ticket with the museum costs €20, open 8:00–20:00 from April to October.
Home of the Charioteer; winter hours 8:30–15:30.
Climb the Sacred Way to the stadium at opening time.
The sea of olive trees down to Itea and the Gulf of Corinth.
Prefer not to drive between sights? See our Athens chauffeur service.
Families and groups travel together to Delphi in one vehicle.
St George's festival in Arachova, with an uphill race in traditional dress.
Delphi Economic Forum.
Hotels in Delphi our passengers book most:
| Hotel | Type | Why stay | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amalia Hotel Delphi | First class | 1965 hotel with about 180 rooms, an outdoor pool and views over the olive grove to the Gulf of Corinth. | Views and pool |
| Vouzas Hotel | First class | About 200 rooms on the edge of the Parnassus gorge at about 550 m altitude. | Groups |
| Acropole Delphi Hotel | Family hotel | 42 renovated rooms a block from the centre, with gorge views. | Personal service |
| Hermes Delphi Hotel | Mountain hotel | 36 rooms with valley views, 7–8 minutes' walk from the site and museum. | Walking to the site |
Book the pick-up in Delphi 5 h 15 min before a Schengen or domestic flight and 5 h 45 min before flights to the UK, the US or the Middle East. At Athens, non-Schengen departures use zone A and Schengen flights zone B; allow extra time in July and August.
Free cancellation up to 48 h before (96 h for minibuses and coaches). Read the terms.
One suitcase up to 158 cm (length + width + height) per passenger plus hand luggage. Golf bags and bikes travel free but take space, so tell us when booking.
Yes: the €20 ticket covers both the Archaeological Museum and the site.
About 2 h 45–3 h via the A1 and Arachova, for 198 km.
The pick-up follows your actual landing, with an hour of free waiting; for delays beyond 90 minutes we confirm availability.
Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro) or PayPal, paid online when you book.
Yes, by private transfer in about 2 h 45–3 h, from €259 per vehicle.
Yes; you can visit at opening time, before the day-trip coaches arrive.
| Destination | Area | Time | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nafpaktos | Western Greece | 2 h 55 min | €299 |
| Patras | Western Peloponnese | 2 h 45 min | €289 |
| Chalkida | Euboea | 1 h 15 min | €159 |
| Volos Port | Thessaly | 3 h 45–4 h | €369 |
| Eretria | Euboea | 1 h 30–1 h 45 | €169 |
| Glyfada | Athens Riviera | 35–40 min | €57 |
| Kalamata | Messinia | 3 h–3 h 10 | €310 |
| Porto Heli | Argolid | 3 h–3 h 30 | €265 |
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Last reviewed: October 2026.
I had a 5:30 AM pickup for the airport in Alicante. The driver arrived 10 minutes early, sent a polite text to let me know he was waiting outside, and handled everything with absolute professionalism.(09/23/2026) David Miller
We used Zonetransfers for airport transfers back and forth during a family trip to Madrid. On-time pickups, comfortable vehicles, and very friendly drivers. Will definitely use them again.(09/15/2026) Evelyn Campbell
Booked a private transfer from Barcelona Airport to our city-center hotel. Our driver, David, was exceptionally polite, helped with our heavy luggage, and gave us a few great local tips on the way.(09/11/2026) Rachel Henderson
What I appreciate most is knowing the exact cost upfront without unexpected luggage surcharges or meter surprises. Quick booking on the website and excellent customer support throughout.(09/06/2026) Emma Reed
We needed a transfer from Barcelona to Girona Airport early in the morning. The driver was there on time and we got to the airport with plenty of time. Very handy.(09/01/2026) Rachel Moore
Booked a transfer from Lisbon Airport to Faro. Long drive, but the car was comfortable and the driver was friendly. We arrived without any problems.(08/30/2026) Tom Harris
We used Zonetransfers for a transfer from Madrid to Ciudad Real. The driver was on time and the car was comfortable. Exactly what we needed.(08/25/2026) Claire Morgan
Booked a private transfer from Lisbon Airport to Sintra. Driver was waiting when we came out and helped with the bags. Simple and hassle-free.(08/22/2026) Jack Wilson
We needed to get from Valencia to Barcelona with quite a few bags, so we decided to book a private transfer. The driver arrived on time, helped us with the luggage and we went straight to our hotel in Barcelona. It worked really well for us.(08/14/2026) Sophie Turner
We booked a transfer from Lisbon Airport to Faro as we were staying in the Algarve for a few days. It was a long drive but the car was comfortable and the driver was friendly. We just sat back and enjoyed the trip instead of worrying about trains and changing buses.(08/07/2026) James Walker
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