How to get from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port

Q: How do I get from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port?

You have 3 transport options available to get from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port; taxi, private transfer or bus. The most convenient way to travel to Lavrio Port is by taxi. The journey takes just 40 minutes and the service is door-to-door. Alternatively, the most budget-friendly choice is the KTEL bus, as tickets only cost €8. However, there are no direct buses so the journey is much longer than that of a taxi.

There are three different ways to get from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port: by taxi, transfer, or bus. One of the most comfortable options is to pre-book an Athens Airport taxi which should take approximately 40 minutes. Athens Airport transfers offer the same speedy service but with the benefit of skipping the taxi queue.

A cheaper option is by bus, which should take around 1 hour and 30 minutes to get from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port. However, given that the bus route is not direct and you’ll need to change buses, it’s by far the least convenient mode of transportation.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€45	40min	24/7
Bus	€16	120min	05:25–22:40
Welcome Airport Transfer	€53	40min	24/7

How to get from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port by taxi

One of the quickest and easiest ways to get from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port is by taxi. The journey will only take 40 minutes in normal traffic conditions. Plus, Athens Airport taxis are available 24/7 making them a great on-demand, door-to-door option.

How much is a taxi from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port?

Athens Airport taxis use a taximeter based on distance traveled and time of day. Therefore, there is no flat rate for taxis from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port and final fares may be subject to change due to surcharges. The estimated price for a taxi from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port is €45 during the day (05:00-00:00) and €69 at night (00:00-05:00).

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Taxis at Athens International Airport

Cost

€45

Trip Duration

40 Min.

*Prices vary depending on the time of day

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Athens Airport.

Where do I get a taxi from?

The taxi stand is located outside of the Arrivals Hall. You’ll see them as you exit from doors 2 and 3. Look for the line of yellow and black taxis. Note: The prices mentioned above refer to standard yellow taxis. Black taxis are for ‘private hire’ and may cost up to twice as much as the regular yellow ones.

Convenience

Athens Airport taxis provide a highly convenient, door-to-door service so you can get to Lavrio Port in time to catch your ferry. Though taxis are available at all hours, there may be a long queue for an available taxi during the busy summer months. Therefore, you may have to wait longer for a taxi on demand. For an extra level of convenience, we recommend pre-booking a transfer instead.

Editor’s Note

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Useful Tips

Most Athens taxis have card machines. However, we suggest checking with your driver that their POS machine is working before your ride begins.

Tipping is not expected but is always appreciated. We recommend carrying cash to tip your driver.

Please be aware that the night time prices are approximately 30% higher.

Generally, Greek taxi drivers speak English, especially those who service the airport.

How to get from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port by bus (KTEL)

There is no direct bus to Lavrio Port from Athens Airport. However, KTEL Attikis buses depart from the airport to Markopoulo. Once you get to Markopoulo, you can take another bus to Lavrio Port. The airport bus to Markopoulo takes just ten minutes and runs from the early morning to 22:00 every day.

KTEL Attikis operates a bus from outside Athens Nomismatokopio Metro Station (Markopoulo) to Lavrio Port every 1 hour and 30 minutes. The journey takes 1 hour 45 minutes.

*Bear in mind that when you get to Lavrio Port you’ll need to take a short taxi or walk to the port.

How much is the bus from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port?

A one-way ticket for the regional KTEL bus from the airport to Markopoulo costs €3. Tickets for the KTEL bus from Markopoulo to Lavrio Port cost €5 for an adult and are free for children under the age of 6.

All in all, traveling from Athens Airport to Lavrio Port cruise terminal by bus will cost you €8 per person.

*You can purchase your tickets directly from the bus driver when entering the bus or from the ticket booths at the airport.