{"id":198,"date":"2020-01-05T14:56:27","date_gmt":"2020-01-05T14:56:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/site68.blogs.americavip.com\/2020\/01\/05\/metro\/"},"modified":"2020-01-05T14:56:27","modified_gmt":"2020-01-05T14:56:27","slug":"metro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/contents.greecevip.com\/en\/2020\/01\/05\/metro\/","title":{"rendered":"METRO"},"content":{"rendered":"
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METRO \u2013<\/strong> \u00a0The 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\u2019s popularity due to its speed, cleanliness and security. Today\u2019s Athens\u201d 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\u2019s 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 \u2013 \u00a0The 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\u2019s popularity due to its speed, cleanliness and security. Today\u2019s Athens\u201d 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\u2019s 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.\u2022 Line 1 (green line): Kifisia \u2013 Piraeus\u2022 Line 2 (red line): \u00a0 Anthoupoli \u2013 Eliniko\u2022 Line 3 (blue line): \u00a0Airport \u2013 Douk. Plakentias \u2013 Aghia MarinaAll trains stop at all stations all the time, except of the section Airport \u2013 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. \u00a0You can find information about Athens metro, including timetables, maps, parking and safety information on this website. \u00a0www.stasy.gr
\nType 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) \u20ac 1.20 \u20ac 0.6024-hour ticket for all modes \u20ac 4 No reduced ticket5-day ticket for all modes \u20ac 10 No reduced ticket\u00a03-day tourist ticket\u20ac 20 No reduced ticket7-day Airport ticket \u20ac 50 No reduced ticketExpress Bus ticket for the airport \u20ac 5 \u20ac 2.50Metro ticket for the airport(also valid for Suburban Railway and all other modes) \u20ac 8,ticket for 2 persons \u20ac 14,ticket for 3 persons \u20ac 20 \u20ac 4Return Metro ticket for the airport (for 2 journeys in under 7 days) \u20ac 14 Not available<\/p>\n

Note: \u00a0Reduced (half-price) tickets for Athens public transport are available for:
\n1. Children aged 7-12 (regardless of nationality),2. Teenagers aged 13-18 \u00a0(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 \u2013 University ID card and passport or ID card.7. Members of Greek families with 4 children or more, with a special pass.
\nAlso, 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.\u00a0Where 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
\nFerries 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.
\nThe 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. \u00a0Ionian Islands are linked with Patras, Killinis, Igoumenitsas and Astakos port. \u00a0Visitors 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: \u00a0www.gtp.gr\/RoutesForm.asp
\nHere are websites for some of the major Greek ferry lines:
\nBlue Star Ferries: \u00a0 www.bluestarferries.com
\nHellenic Seaways: \u00a0 www.hellenicseaways.gr
\nMinoan Lines: \u00a0www.minoan.gr
\nNEL-Lesvos Maritime: \u00a0www.nel.gr
\nSuperfast: \u00a0www.superfast.com<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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