You can either get your Athens subway ticket / pass at one of the vending machines in any metro station, or from a till in most metro stations. Occasionally, some machines may be out of order – just go to the next machine.
Can I use contactless on Athens Metro?
At Athens Metro stations, ticket readers are located at the entrance gate which opens upon validation of ticket or card. Validation using the smart ticket readers is contactless and needs to be done only once by passing your ATH. ENA Card or Multiple ATH.
How does metro work in Athens?
Athens Metro runs daily from 5:30 am to 00:30 am.On Fridays and Saturdays, lines 2 and 3 operate until 2:30 am. A regular 90-minute single ticket for all public transport means costs €1,20. You can access all of the city's most significant landmarks easily by metro, such as the Acropolis and Syntagma Square.
How much is the metro from Athens Airport to city Centre?
Metro Line 3 connects the airport to the city centre (Syntagma Square). The journey time is approximately 40 minutes. Trains run every 30 minutes, 7 days a week from 6:30 am to 11:30 pm. One way tickets cost €9 (€4.50 for children, teenagers, over 65), return tickets cost €16.
How do you pay for the metro in Greece?
Does Athens Metro take credit cards?
Credit cards are accepted at all metro and tram ticket offices according to the Athens Transport authority. You don't need to show any document in order to buy an anonymous Ath.ena Card. You can recharge your anonymous Ath.ena Card at all Athens transport ticket offices, as well as on ticket machines.
How much does a metro ticket cost in Athens?
The following tickets are valid for the city's public buses, trolleybuses, metro, tram and commuter trains during a given time: 90-minute ticket: € 1.40 ( US$ 1.50) 24-hour ticket: € 4.50 ( US$ 4.90) 5-day ticket: € 9 ( US$ 9.80)
Is it safe to use the metro in Greece?
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.
Can you use credit card on the metro?
We accept American Express, MasterCard, Visa credit or debit cards. Tap on and tap off with the same device each time to access your travel benefits.