Lines, prices and map
Athens Metro Network
Athens has an organized metro network that connects the city center with the suburbs, the Port of Piraeus and the Airport.
Table of contents:
• Network • Prices • Timetables • Metro lines • Map • FAQ
In brief, three metro lines operate in Athens. Stations are well-placed all over Athens, with dozens of neighborhoods being served by the network.
The Blue Line is the one connecting the popular areas of the city center with the port of Piraeus and the International Airport of Athens.
A suburban railway network also serves some areas in Attica.
An additional line and 15 new metro stations are scheduled to operate in 2030.
View our Map of the metro network.
Lines
Green Line (Line 1): Kifisia-Piraeus
The Green Line is the oldest and is often referred to as Electrikos.
It connects the suburb of Kifisia in North Athens with the port of Piraeus. It has stations in city points of key significance, such as Omonia and Monastiraki.
It is an electric railway that runs on ground level. Its speed is slower compared to the underground metro lines, but you enjoy views of the cityscape during the ride.
The Green Line is useful for travelers who have the Greek islands on their itinerary, since it connects the city center with Piraeus port, especially if their accommodation is located near Thissio or Omonoia.
Popular stations:
• Kifisia
• Attiki (connection with the Red Line)
• Viktoria
• Omonoia (connection with the Red Line)
• Monastiraki (connection with the Blue Line)
• Thissio
• Piraeus Port
Red Line (Line 2): Anthoupoli - Helliniko
The Red Line is an underground metro line that runs from West Athens (Anthoupoli) to South Athens (Helliniko).
It has 18 stations, including Larissa Station, which is connected with the Central Railway station for trains and the suburban railway.
Omonoia, Panepistimio, Syntagma, Acropoli and Syngrou Fix are the most popular stations in Athens located in the city center and are all parts of the route the Red Line follows.
Last but not least, if you want to reach the Athens Riviera and the beaches, it is in the Helliniko metro station that you have to disembark and continue with another means of transport (bus or taxi).
Popular stations:
• Attiki (connection with the Green Line)
• Larissa Station (connection with the Central Railway Station)
• Omonoia (connection with the Green Line)
• Panepistimio
• Syntagma (connection with the Blue Line and tram)
• Acropoli
• Syngrou Fix (connection with tram)
• Helliniko
Blue Line (Line 3): Dimotiko Theatro - Doukissis Plakentias/Airport
The Blue Line is an underground metro line that runs from Piraeus, passes through the center of Athens and several northern suburbs and reaches Athens International Airport.
It has 27 stations in total. Most of them are in central points of Athens, including Monastiraki, Syntagma, Kerameikos and Evagelismos.
Two of the most important stations that are part of the Blue Line are the Airport and Piraeus Port. Although the Airport is located away from the city center, the Blue Line provides direct access to it in 40 minutes from Syntagma. At the same time, the port of Pireaus is an hour away from the Airport via metro.
Popular stations:
• Piraeus
• Kerameikos
• Monastiraki (connection with the Green Line)
• Syntagma (connection with the Red Line and tram)
• Evangelismos
• Megaro Mousikis
• Airport
Ticket Prices
Several different tickets are available for purchase:
• 90-minute single ticket: 1,20 €
• Daily ticket: 4,10 €
• 5-day ticket: 8,20 €
• 3-day tourist ticket: 20 €
• Metro Airport ticket: 9 €
Tickets are used for all means of transportation in Athens.
Tickets can be bought from automatic ticketing machines installed in all stations of the Metro or from an employee in a ticket booth. Tickets must be validated at the checkpoints.
Note that discounted fares apply for single tickets and airport tickets for children, students, and the elderly.
For more information about tickets, we recommend visiting the official website of Athens Transport.
Timetables
The timetables might differ according to the season and the time of day.
More information regarding the schedules is posted on the official website of the metro network.
Green Line
|
Days
|
Period
|
Frequency
|
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Friday | 07:00-10: 00 & 15:00-18:00 | 6 minutes |
| 05:30-07:00, 10:00-15:00 & 18:00-22:30 | 7 minutes | |
| 22:30-23:00 | 11,5 minutes | |
| 23:00-23:30 | 12,5 minutes | |
| 05:00-05:30 & 23:30-01:00 | 15 minutes | |
| Saturday and Sunday | 05:30-23:30 | 10,5 minutes |
| 05:00-05:30 & 23:30-01:00 | 15 minutes |
Red Line
|
Days
|
Period
|
Frequency
|
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 06:30-10: 00 & 13:30-17:30 | 4,5 minutes |
| 06:00-06:30, 10:00-13:30 & 17:30-20:30 | 5 minutes | |
| 20:30-22:00 | 7 minutes | |
| 05:30-06:00 & 22:00-00:20 | 10 minutes | |
| Friday | Same timetables as Monday to Thursday | |
| plus 00:20-01:30 | 15 minutes | |
| Saturday | 09:00-17:00 | 7 minutes |
| 05:30-09:00 & 17:00-00:20 | 10 minutes | |
| 00:20-01:30 | 15 minutes | |
| Sunday | 09:00-17:00 | 7,5 minutes |
| 05:30-09:00 & 17:00-00:20 | 10,5 minutes |
Blue Line
|
Days
|
Period
|
Frequency
|
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Thursday | 06:30-10: 00 & 13:30-17:30 | 4 minutes |
| 06:00-06:30 & 10:00-13:30 | 5 minutes | |
| 17:30-20:00 | 6 minutes | |
| 20:00-22:00 | 7 minutes | |
| 05:30-06:00 & 22:00-00:20 | 9 minutes | |
| Friday | Same timetables as Monday to Thursday | |
| plus 00:20-01:30 | 15 minutes | |
| Saturday | 09:00-17:00 | 7 minutes |
| 05:30-09:00 & 17:00-00:20 | 9 minutes | |
| 00:20-01:30 | 15 minutes | |
| Sunday | 09:00-17:00 | 7,5 minutes |
| 05:30-09:00 & 17:00-00:20 | 10,5 minutes |
Metros heading to/leaving the airport are daily and available from 05:30 to 00:20 every 36 minutes.
Metro Network
The metro network stretches over 80 kilometers. Its three lines have 66 stations and 107 trains and serve over 1,3 million passengers every day.
Some stations operate with two metro lines and interchanges are available.
Outside each station, there is at least one bus stop, while some of them also have a tram stop.
The Green Line (overground railway) opened in 1869, while the Red and Blue Lines (underground railway) started operating in 2000. Over the years, the network has been constantly extended to more and more areas.
Stations are modern and have escalators as well as special lifts and ramps for the convenience of the elderly, pregnant women, or passengers with impaired mobility.
On the platforms, there are panels announcing when the arrival of the next train is estimated.
The Athens Metro is considered safe and security guards, as well as cameras, are placed in every metro station. Unfortunately, as in every tourist destination, pickpocketing might occur so stay cautious and keep your belongings close to you.
Besides providing a fast, comfortable and reliable mode of transportation, the Metro also houses an impressive collection of archaeological exhibits in central stations such as Monastiraki, Syntagma, and Panepistimio that came to light during the creation of the tunnels.
Athens Metro Map
Discover the map of the metro of Athens. You can also download our PDF (2 MB).
Frequently Asked Questions
♦ How can I get to the city center from the Airport?
The most central station is Syntagma, located in the heart of Athens. Metros following the Blue Line depart from the Airport every 36 minutes and the trip duration from the Airport to Syntagma is 38 minutes. A special ticket priced at 9€ is mandatory for taking the metro.
Note: For the reverse route, make sure the metro you're going to take terminates at the airport. Metros that terminate at Doukissis Plakentias Station are more than those that terminate at the Airport. The digital boards on the platforms and the screen on the front of the metro (above the driver's booth) indicate the final destination of the itinerary.
♦ How can I get to the city center from the port of Piraeus?
As aforementioned, the most central location is Syntagma. Metros following the Blue Line depart from the port of Piraeus every 4 to 15 minutes, depending on the time of day. The trip duration from the port of Piraeus to Syntagma is 22 minutes. A simple ticket is needed to take the metro and it costs 1,20€.
♦ How can I get to the port of Piraeus from the Airport?
The Blue Metro Line connects these two busy areas in order to serve both locals and tourists. To reach/leave the airport, individuals have to buy a special ticket worth 9€. The trip duration between the port of Piraeus and the Airport is approximately an hour.
