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Transport in Athens

There are various means of transport accessible to the public in Athens. For example buses, Trams, the Metro and Taxis. Public transport in Athens is generally inexpensive and reliable. The transport system was newly modernised in the last 7 years including new roads and bridges, a new rail network, and new modern means of transport like the Athens Metro, the suburban railway and the Athens trams. These have all helped to reduce the transportation problems and all together played a key role in reducing the atmosphere pollution of the Attica Basin.

Athens car rental

Car rental in Athens as you can imagine is numerous. There are hundreds of car hire companies available to the traveller.

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Trains

Your train journey through Greece will be unforgettable. Greece is a mystical blend of ancient history and modern day hedonism. Athens has a suburban railway that offers travellers a very fast, affordable and reliable travel option.

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Athens airport taxis

As there are approximately 14,000 taxis operating in Athens, finding a taxi at the airport is simple,

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Public buses

The public bus service delivers a service to 20 key locations in Athens. Between May and October buses run every half an hour between 7.30am and 9pm.

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Athens international airport

Athens International airport, also known as ‘Eleftherios Venizelos’ is named after a former Greek Prime minister.

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Flights to Athens

As you can imagine there are many airlines that fly to Athens international airport (also known as Eleftherios Venizelos international airport)

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Athens Taxi

Taxis are easy to find in Athens, in fact anywhere in Greece. All taxis are a bright yellow colour and will take you wherever you want to go.

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Tips

Disable access, this varies. On the newer buses and on major routes buses provide a lift and a space on the bus for wheelchairs.

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The Metro

The Athens Metro is one of the three greatest projects that were accomplished within the new millennium, the other two being the new airport in Spata and Athens ring highway.