How to get from Athens Airport to Piraeus Port

When traveling from Athens Airport to Piraeus Port, you have four modes of transportation to choose from: taxi, Athens Airport transfer, bus, or metro.

Taking an Athens Airport taxi or transfer is the fastest and most convenient transfer option, taking just 40 minutes. If you’d rather save some money, the cheapest option is the X96 bus but the journey can take over 1 hour and 30 minutes. The final transfer option is the metro. This mode of transport costs a little more than the bus but the line is direct and gets you to Piraeus port in about 1 hour.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€60	40min	24/7
Metro (Line 3)	€18	60min	06:10–23:34
Bus (X96)	€12	90min	24/7
Welcome Airport Transfer	€57	40min	24/7

How to get from Athens Airport to Piraeus Port by taxi

Taking an Athens Airport taxi is one of the best ways to travel from Athens Airport to Piraeus Port. The journey only takes 40 minutes in normal traffic conditions, and you don’t have to worry about the safety of your luggage or public transport timetables.

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

Taxis in Athens are charged at a flat rate to certain destinations, such as Piraeus Port. With that being said, a standard yellow taxi from Athens Airport to Piraeus Port will cost you €60 during the day and €70 at night. Keep in mind that there is a 25% surcharge for rides at night, as well as surcharges for extra luggage.

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Taxis at Athens International Airport

Cost

€60

Trip Duration

40 Min.

If you are traveling to destinations outside of the port you will be charged via taximeter.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from Athens Airport.

Where do I get a taxi from?

Once you exit from the arrival gate, the taxi queue is between exit doors 2 and 3. Typically, there’s only a wait time of 10 minutes for a taxi but it may take longer in the busy summer months.

Convenience

Taking a taxi from Athens Airport is really convenient, as you get to avoid deciphering public transport which can be very busy during high season. A taxi can offer a comfortable and hassle-free method of transportation, however the service can vary with local taxis. For a guaranteed top-tier service, you may prefer to take a private transfer.

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Useful Tips

Confirm your taxi fare with your driver before your ride begins.

Athens Airport taxis do take credit cards. However, we recommend having cash on you in case a driver’s card machine isn’t working.

Some taxi drivers may speak English, especially those that do rides from the airport.

There are two cruise terminals in Piraeus Port, most cruise ships dock directly at Terminal A, Gate 11.

Double check the gate on your ferry ticket and let your driver know so they can drop you off close to your ferry.

There are also ‘luxury’ black taxis waiting outside Athens Airport and these can cost up to double that of a standard taxi.

How to get from Athens Airport to Piraeus Port by metro (Line 3)

Athens has a modern and convenient metro service with a direct line connecting Athens Airport to Piraeus Port. The metro station is only a 10-15 minute walk from the Arrivals Hall and the Blue Line (Line 3) will get you from one end to the other in around 1 hour.

Trains to the port depart every 30 minutes and you’ll need to stay on the metro for the entire route, ending at the stop “Piraeus”.

How much is the metro from Athens Airport to Piraeus Port?

A ticket for the metro from Athens Airport to Piraeus Port costs €9 one-way and €16 for a return. Children under 6 years old can use the metro for free.

You can purchase your tickets from the ticket booths of self-service machines at the airport.