Athens transport tickets and fares
Discover the various types of transport tickets and travel cards available in Athens and choose the best option for you.
The public transport system in Athens offers various kinds of electronic tickets, monthly and yearly travel cards that can easily be topped up. The price of transport tickets in Athens is lower than in other European cities like London or Amsterdam.
Different types of tickets
The following tickets are valid for unlimited travel via the city’s public buses, trolleybuses, metro, tram and commuter trains during a given time. You can also transfer when necessary:
- 90-minute ticket: € 1.50 (US$ 1.74)
- 24-hour ticket: € 5 (US$ 5.82)
- 5-day ticket: € 10 (US$ 11.64)
- 3-day tourist ticket (includes round-trip transport from the airport): € 24 (US$ 27.94)
Seniors over 65, teenagers under 18, and university students under 25 can purchase reduced fare tickets. For example, the 90-minute ticket costs € 0.70 (US$ 0.81).
Children under 6 can travel for free on all means of transport.
Exclusions
The previously mentioned tickets do not include the trip to and from the airport. Check out our article on Athens International Airport for more information on the best ways to travel to and from the airport.
Where to Buy Tickets
- Contactless: The fastest way. You can tap your bank card or mobile card directly on the readers at turnstiles and buses.
- Automatic ticket machines: Available at all metro stations and tram stops.
- Ticket outlets: Kiosks and ticket offices at the main stations and the Port of Piraeus.
Tips & Tricks
- Don’t forget to validate your transport ticket when you get on any means of transportation. Each journey must be completed within 90-minutes.
- Traveling without a validated ticket carries a fine of € 90 (US$ 104.79) (60 times the ticket price). Ticket inspectors are frequent and do not accept ignorance of the system as an excuse.
- We suggest you buy several tickets at a time to make the most of your holidays.
