METRO

METRO –  The Athens Metro has 3 lines. Line 1 (the Green line) started operation in 1869, making it the second oldest underground metro system in the world after the London Underground. Lines 2 and 3 opened in 2000 and increased the Metro’s popularity due to its speed, cleanliness and security. Today’s Athens” underground connects important landmarks of the Greek capital, such as the Acropolis, Athens Airport, Port of Piraeus, Central Railway Station and Olympic Stadium, in addition to connecting downtown Athens with the suburbs. Archeological exhibits found during Metro’s construction and modern works of art are exhibited in many stations. All stations are fully accessible to disabled persons with elevators in every level and platform and most of the trains are air-conditioned.METRO –  The Athens Metro has 3 lines. Line 1 (the Green line) started operation in 1869, making it the second oldest underground metro system in the world after the London Underground. Lines 2 and 3 opened in 2000 and increased the Metro’s popularity due to its speed, cleanliness and security. Today’s Athens” underground connects important landmarks of the Greek capital, such as the Acropolis, Athens Airport, Port of Piraeus, Central Railway Station and Olympic Stadium, in addition to connecting downtown Athens with the suburbs. Archeological exhibits found during Metro’s construction and modern works of art are exhibited in many stations. All stations are fully accessible to disabled persons with elevators in every level and platform and most of the trains are air-conditioned.• Line 1 (green line): Kifisia – Piraeus• Line 2 (red line):   Anthoupoli – Eliniko• Line 3 (blue line):  Airport – Douk. Plakentias – Aghia MarinaAll trains stop at all stations all the time, except of the section Airport – Douk. Plakentias of line 3 where trains run every 30 minutes.Operating hours are 5:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., and every Friday and Saturday night, lines 2 & 3 stay open until 2:30 a.m.  You can find information about Athens metro, including timetables, maps, parking and safety information on this website.  www.stasy.gr
Type of ticket Ticket Price Reduced Ticket PriceIntegrated ticket for all modes of public transportationMetro, buses, tram, trolley-buses (excluding airportexpress buses) (Valid for 70 mins) € 1.20 € 0.6024-hour ticket for all modes € 4 No reduced ticket5-day ticket for all modes € 10 No reduced ticket 3-day tourist ticket€ 20 No reduced ticket7-day Airport ticket € 50 No reduced ticketExpress Bus ticket for the airport € 5 € 2.50Metro ticket for the airport(also valid for Suburban Railway and all other modes) € 8,ticket for 2 persons € 14,ticket for 3 persons € 20 € 4Return Metro ticket for the airport (for 2 journeys in under 7 days) € 14 Not available

Note:  Reduced (half-price) tickets for Athens public transport are available for:
1. Children aged 7-12 (regardless of nationality),2. Teenagers aged 13-18  (regardless of nationality) after showing their passport or ID card,3. Seniors over the age of 65 (regardless of nationality) after showing their passport or ID card,4. Students at public Greek universities and TEI (regardless of nationality, ERASMUS students included) up to the age of 25 with an academic ID card issued online,5. IEK (state-run or private) students up to the age of 22, with a student pass6. Students who study at universities outside Greece up to the age of 25 (regardless of nationality), after showing a Student Card – University ID card and passport or ID card.7. Members of Greek families with 4 children or more, with a special pass.
Also, children under the age of 6 (including those aged 6) and disabled persons can travel free of charge. If you are disabled, confirm this with station personnel/drivers. Where can one buy a ticket?Tickets for Athens public transport can be purchased at any time, regardless of when you are going to travel, from:1. Automatic ticket issuing machines at all Metro, Tram, and Suburban Railway stations2. Ticket offices at many Metro, Tram and Suburban railway stations3. Blue/yellow ticket booths next to many central bus stations4. Many newsstands/kiosks
Ferries to Greek Islands — Greek ferries are of a high standard. A great many shipping companies offer their services with a modern and luxurious fleet. All Greek islands are linked to the mainland, and there is a regular service between them too, so one can enjoy a delightful and diverse island-hopping holiday.
The Greek fleet, consisting of all types of vessels (passengers ships, ferry boats, hydrofoils, etc) operating on domestic and international routes, has undergone major refurbishment, thus ensuring travelers speedy, reliable and enjoyable travel.Aegean and Argosarosikos islands and Crete are linked mainly with Piraeus and Rafinas port.  Ionian Islands are linked with Patras, Killinis, Igoumenitsas and Astakos port.  Visitors can go to the following website to check schedules of various Greek ferry lines, and type in departure & destination to find the ferry line that runs between those points:  www.gtp.gr/RoutesForm.asp
Here are websites for some of the major Greek ferry lines:
Blue Star Ferries:   www.bluestarferries.com
Hellenic Seaways:   www.hellenicseaways.gr
Minoan Lines:  www.minoan.gr
NEL-Lesvos Maritime:  www.nel.gr
Superfast:  www.superfast.com