Visit Athens
May 17th, 2025
Visit Athens
Discover Athens easily with public transport—your guide to routes, tickets, services & points of interest.
1. Athens Urban Transport (OASA)
The OASA network includes Metro, Tram, Buses & Trolleybuses covering all Greater Athens, with frequent integrated services.
2. Tickets & Fares
ATH.ENA TICKET & CARD
- Reloadable smart ticket (ATH.ENA TICKET)
- Reloadable smart card (ATH.ENA CARD) up to €50
- Buy at kiosks, vending machines or via contactless payment (airport buses only).
Which Ticket Is Right for You?
| Product | Unlimited City Travel | Airport Included | Validity | Price (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90-Min Single Ticket | ✔️ | No (except Metro → Airport) | 90 minutes | 1.20 |
| 24-Hour Daily Ticket | ✔️ | No | 24 hours | 4.10 |
| 3-Day Tourist Ticket | ✔️ | 1× Airport round-trip | 3 days | 20.00 |
| 5-Day Ticket | ✔️ | No | 5 days | 8.20 |
Tip: Load a long-term pass on an ATH.ENA CARD for maximum convenience.
3. Online Services & Apps
- OASA Telematics App: real-time bus & trolley info
- ATH.ENA CARD App: top-up your card on mobile
(Android only; iOS support coming soon)
4. Routes & Points of Interest
Metro Line 3 → Airport
Direct link from Syntagma to Airport.
Frequency: every 30′
Airport Express Buses (24 h)
- X93: Kifissos ↔ Airport
- X95: Syntagma ↔ Airport
- X96: Piraeus ↔ Airport
- X97: Elliniko ↔ Airport
Key Stops & Attractions
| Station | Nearby Sights |
|---|---|
| Syntagma | Parliament, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier |
| Acropolis | Acropolis Museum, Herodes Atticus, Plaka |
| Monastiraki | Ancient Agora, Psyrri |
| Piraeus | Port of Piraeus, Municipal Theater |
| Elliniko | Varkiza Beach, Vouliagmeni Lake & Beach |
| Omonia | National Theater, Kifissos Bus Station |
| Lycabettus (bus 060 from Panepistimiou) | Hill viewpoint |
5. What You Should Know
- Validate your ticket/card on board (blue machines) and at metro gates.
- Kids under 6 travel free.
- Discounts for youth (7–18), seniors (65+), students—requires personalized ATH.ENA CARD.
- Fines: €72 (full fare) or €30 (discount fare) if caught without validation.
6. Passenger Service & Accessibility
- Guide dogs and small pets in carriers allowed.
- Bicycles: last car on metro; foldable on buses/trolleys.
For more info, visit trainose.gr or call OASA Info: 11185.