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How to Get from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Acropolis

Athens International Airport (ATH) is 35.6 km east of the Acropolis. The journey takes about 40 minutes by road and around 55–80 minutes by public transport depending on connections.

✓ Verified Oct 29, 2026 • 35.6 km road distance

Pre-Booked Private Transfer

Door-to-Door
40 mins •Pre-Booked / Meet & Greet
€50 - €70 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free + Carry-On
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. After baggage claim, look for your driver in the Arrivals hall holding a name board; do not wait at the taxi rank.
  2. Confirm the vehicle and driver details you received when booking.
  3. The driver normally uses the Attiki Odos toll motorway; the route to the Acropolis takes about 40 minutes without heavy traffic.
  4. Ask to be dropped near the pedestrian side of the Acropolis on Dionysiou Areopagitou.
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Official Airport Taxi

Official Taxi Rank
45 mins •24/7 at Official Rank
€50 - €65 (Per Taxi)
Luggage: Luggage Included
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Exit Arrivals at Exit 3 area and join the official yellow taxi rank; ignore inside touts.
  2. Before leaving, confirm the central Athens fixed fare of €50 daytime or €65 night, or ask the driver to start the meter if the fixed fare does not apply.
  3. The ride to the Acropolis takes about 40–50 minutes depending on traffic.
  4. Ask the driver to drop you at the closest point to the Acropolis pedestrian entrance on Dionysiou Areopagitou.

Metro Line 3 + Line 2 to Akropoli

Fast by Rail
55 mins •Every 36 Minutes, 06:10–23:34
€9.00 / Person
Luggage: No Dedicated Racks; One Suitcase Manageable
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Follow the signs in Arrivals to the Metro/Suburban Railway station, reached by a covered footbridge about 5 minutes away.
  2. Buy an Airport ticket at the station machines or ticket office: €9.00 per person or €4.50 reduced.
  3. Take Line 3 toward Piraeus / Dimotiko Theatro from the airport branch; trains depart every 36 minutes. Check stasy.gr for evening works.
  4. At Syntagma change to Line 2 toward Elliniko and ride one stop to Akropoli.
  5. Exit at Akropoli and walk about 5 minutes along Dionysiou Areopagitou to the Acropolis entrance.

Airport Express Bus X95 + Walk / Metro

Cheapest
80 mins •24/7, See OASA Telematics
€5.50 / Person
Luggage: 1 Bag Free in Bus; No Hold
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From Arrivals, exit between Exits 4 and 5 to the airport express bus stop.
  2. Buy the X95 ticket at the machine by the stop or on board; €5.50 per person. Contactless cards/phones are accepted.
  3. Board X95 to Syntagma Square; ride about 60 minutes, longer at rush hour.
  4. At Syntagma either walk about 20 minutes to the Acropolis or take Metro Line 2 one stop from Syntagma to Akropoli with a €1.20 city ticket.
  5. If using metro, exit at Akropoli and walk about 5 minutes to the Acropolis entrance.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Use the official taxi rank outside Arrivals at Exit 3; ignore anyone offering taxi services inside the terminal.
  • For central Athens, confirm the fixed fare of €50 daytime or €65 night before departure; outside the fixed zone ask the driver to start the meter.
  • The €5.50 X95 airport bus ticket is only for the bus journey; it does not include onward metro or tram travel.
  • Card payment is generally possible in taxis and on public transport, but confirm with the driver before the ride and carry some euros for small purchases.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest way from Athens Airport to the Acropolis?

Take the X95 airport express bus to Syntagma Square. The bus costs €5.50 per person, and from Syntagma you can walk about 20 minutes or pay €1.20 for the metro one stop to Akropoli.

How long does it take to get from ATH to the Acropolis?

A private transfer or taxi takes about 40–50 minutes. The metro takes about 55 minutes including the change, while the X95 bus plus walking takes around 80 minutes.

Is there a direct metro from Athens Airport to the Acropolis?

No. Take Metro Line 3 from the airport to Syntagma, change to Line 2 toward Elliniko, and ride one stop to Akropoli. The airport branch runs about every 36 minutes.

Are taxis from Athens Airport expensive?

The official fixed fare to central Athens is €50 daytime and €65 at night. Confirm the fixed fare or meter before departure; the taxi rank is outside Arrivals Exit 3.

Can I pay for public transport by card or phone?

Yes, contactless bank cards and phones are accepted on the metro and airport express buses. Each traveller taps separately and the normal airport fare applies.

Which option is best for a family with luggage?

A pre-booked private transfer or official airport taxi is usually easiest, offering door-to-door service and help with luggage. Public buses and the metro have no luggage holds or racks and can be crowded.

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