Athens airport to Athens City Centre (All Hotels / Destinations)
How to get from Athens Airport to City Centre
Landing at Athens Airport and looking for your way to downtown Athens?
You can travel from Athens Airport to the city centre using 4 different means of transport; taxi, private transfer, metro or bus.
- By public bus
- By metro
- By taxi
- Private transfer by taxi or van or small bus, directly with us.
1. By public bus
(Please note that this information is based on the most recent data available (2024), and there may have been changes since then. It’s a good idea to double-check the current schedule via official website.)
The most common bus route for this journey is the X95 bus. The X95 bus connects Athens International Airport (AIA) with Syntagma Square in the city center.
Frequency / price: Buses operate frequently throughout the day and night, typically running every 20 minutes during the day and every 30 minutes during the night. the ticket price for the X95 bus is approximately 5.5 euros per person. This price and itinerary’s frequency may vary, so it’s a good idea to check for any updates before your journey.
Travel Time: The journey from the airport to the city center usually takes around 45 minutes to 1h 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
Even with empty roads, the minimum driving time by bus is 45 minutes early in the morning (for example at 5-6 am)
Luggage: The buses are equipped with some space for luggage storage, making it convenient for travelers with suitcases. However, depending on busy hour, it is a good idea to check for alternative in case you have many suitcases/luggages.
Accessibility: The buses are wheelchair accessible and have designated seating for passengers with disabilities.
Wi-Fi: A few buses may offer Wi-Fi onboard, providing internet connectivity during the journey.
Tip: The journey time can vary depending on traffic conditions, so it’s advisable to plan accordingly, especially during peak travel times.
Other bus lines that connect Athens Airport with different parts of the city
The X93 bus connects Athens International Airport (ATH) with Kifissos Intercity Bus Station.
While the X95 is one of the most popular and frequent bus lines connecting Athens Airport with the city center (Syntagma Square), the other lines (X93, X96, X97, X98, X99) serve different destinations and may not be as common or frequent. The X95 tends to have more frequent departures and a higher number of passengers due to its direct route to the city center.
2. By metro
There is a metro line that connects Athens Airport (Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos”) with the city center of Athens. The metro line that serves the airport is called Line 3 (also known as the Blue Line).
The metro station is conveniently located within the airport complex, making it easily accessible to travelers.
Route: The metro Line 3 runs from Athens International Airport to the city center, passing through several stations along the way.
Frequency: Trains operate frequently throughout the day, with intervals typically ranging every 36 minutes, from 06:00 to 23:00. Important notice=> this information is based on the most recent data available (2024), and there may have been changes since then. It’s a good idea to double-check the current schedule via official website.
Travel Time: The journey from Athens Airport to the city center (Syntagma Square) takes approximately 40 minutes.
Ticket Price: The ticket price for a single journey on the metro from the airport to the city center is typically around 10 euros per person. However, prices may vary, so it’s a good idea to check for any updates on fares before your journey.
3. By taxi at the airport, without a booking in advance
Taxis are readily available at Athens International Airport for travelers arriving at the airport. Upon exiting the terminal building, you’ll find designated taxi ranks where you can queue up to take a taxi. Taxi services are accessible 24/7, so regardless of the time of your arrival, you should be able to easily find a taxi to take you to your destination. Taxi services at the airport are operated by licensed taxi companies.
The taxi fare from the airport to your destination within Athens will typically depend on factors such as distance traveled and time of day (daytime or nighttime rates).
It’s advisable to confirm the fare with the taxi driver before starting your journey, and it’s also recommended to have cash available in euros for payment.
4. Book in advance with AthensAirportTaxi.info
We offer meet-and-greet services, fixed prices, comfortable Mercedes-Benz vehicles, professionalism, support and friendly staff.
The travel time is approx 35 minutes, depending on traffic.
We check the flight status on the day and meet you accordingly. No worry for possible delay, we monitor the flight status.
The fixed price (flat rate, all included) is:
- Up to 4 passengers, 45 Euro in total for trips between 05:00-23:00. Taxi Mercedes-Benz.
- Up to 4 passengers, 55 Euro in total for trips druring nightzone, between 23:00-05:00. Taxi Mercedes-Benz.
- MiniVan for 8 passengers, at 75 Euro in total.
- MiniBus for up to 14 passengers at 105 Euro in total.
We are licensed transfer company, based in Athens.
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