Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)

Getting Around

How to get to and from Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport — taxis, public transport, shuttles and car rental.

Transport Options at ATH

Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport is connected to Spata-Artemida and the wider Greece transport network by multiple ground transport options.

Rail & Metro

Metro Line 3 (Blue Line) runs to Syntagma in about 40 minutes for a €10 single ticket, operating roughly 05:30-23:31 with no overnight service.

Bus & Shuttle

The X95 express bus is the only 24/7 public transport option, running to Syntagma Square in 60-90 minutes for €5.50.

Taxi

Official taxis charge a flat fare from Exit 3: €40 during the day (05:00-00:00) or €55 overnight (00:00-05:00), for the 35-45 minute ride.

Rideshare

Rideshare apps operate in Athens but the flat-rate taxi is generally the more predictable option for a straight airport transfer, especially late at night.

Car Rental

Available at the airport; useful for exploring the Greek mainland or islands accessible by ferry from Piraeus, less necessary for an Athens-only stay.

Insider tip

If you land after midnight, the flat-rate €55 taxi or the 24/7 X95 bus are your only real options — the metro shuts down overnight, which catches out a lot of red-eye arrivals.

Transport routes, fares and operators change frequently. Verify current options on the official Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport website before travel.

Pre-Book Your Transfer

Skip the taxi queue. Book a private transfer from ATH to Spata-Artemida in advance and have a driver waiting when you land.

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Car Rental at ATH

Exploring Greece beyond Spata-Artemida? Renting a car at the airport gives you maximum flexibility from the moment you land.

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Ground Transport Tips for ATH

Only use official taxi ranks or pre-booked apps at Athens Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport. Avoid unofficial drivers approaching you in arrivals.
If a rail or metro connection exists, it is usually the fastest and most reliable option during rush hour.
Allow extra time for ground transport during peak hours. Spata-Artemida city traffic can significantly extend journey times.
Download offline maps for Spata-Artemida before landing — useful if your data connection is slow on arrival.
If travelling with heavy luggage, a private transfer or taxi is often more practical than public transport.
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