The Chania-Rethymno Intercity Bus Company (KTEL) has announced additional services for pedestrians making the annual pilgrimage to the church, located along the VOAK. Buses will take pilgrims as far as Megala Chorafia, where the designated pedestrian route begins.
The alternative walking route leads to the southern entrance of the church. The arrangements have been made with the assistance of the Chania Traffic Police to reduce the risk to pedestrians walking along or near the busy national road.
Bus Schedule
On Wednesday, August 26, buses will depart at:
- 4:30 pm
- 5:30 pm
- 6:30 pm
- 7:30 pm
- 8:30 pm
- 9:30 pm
- 10:30 pm
- 11:30 pm
On Thursday, August 27, services will run at:
- 4:30 am
- 5:15 am
- 6:30 am
- 7:30 am
- 8:30 am
- 9:30 am
- 10:30 am
- 11:30 am
- 12:30 pm
The services cover both the eve and feast day of Saint Fanourios, whose celebration traditionally draws large numbers of pilgrims.
The designated departure points are the central KTEL station in Chania and the Souda area.
Pilgrims are encouraged to use the organized transport and follow the designated walking route, helping keep both pedestrians and passing traffic safe on the VOAK.
