A great way to get to the city centre from Piraeus Port is via the metro system, as it's cheap and easy to use. Taking the metro costs just €1.20 and the trip lasts about 30 minutes. You'll need to take the Blue Line (Line 3) towards the Airport. You can get off at Monastiraki or Syntagma, both are in central Athens.
How do I get to Piraeus port?
By metro: Two metro lines reach Piraeus: the Green Line from Omonoia and Monastiraki and the Blue Line from Syntagma and Monastiraki. The metro stations lie right in front of the harbor (Gate E5). The metro operates from 05:30 to 00:20; however, on Fridays and Saturdays, it is open until 01:30.
How do I get from Athens hotel to cruise port?
If you're boarding a cruise ship at Piraeus port (Athens), the simplest way to get between the hotel or your address and the ship is to buy a transfer from your cruise line. This can be expensive and crowded. However many passengers resent having to pay hefty prices for a 20-minute ride by chartered coach.
Where do cruise ships dock in Piraeus Greece?
The Port of Piraeus has three cruise terminals within walking distance from each other: Miaoulis A, Themistocles B and Alkimos C. Where a cruise ship will dock strongly depends on traffic and size of the ship. Be sure to check your boarding documents to ensure you go to the correct terminal.
What is the closest metro to Piraeus Port?
Is the metro easy to use in Athens?
The metro is a super convenient way to get around central Athens. Though many of the sights are walking distance from each other, using the metro will definitely save you time. There are two types of transport tickets for the Athens metro: single tickets, and passes. A 24-hour pass, which costs 4.10 euro.
How do I get to Piraeus cruise port?
There are several ways to get to the port of Piraeus from Athens center. The most convenient way is to use the metro. Taking Line 1 (Green line), your trip from Monastiraki station lasts about 30 minutes. The ticket price is €1.40 and is valid for 90 minutes.
How far is Athens from cruise terminal?
approximately 13 kilometersPiraeus cruise terminal is located approximately 13 kilometers from the center of Athens, and if you do not order the transfer provided by the cruise line it won't be easy to find out how to get to Athens using public transport.
How do you pay for the metro in Greece?
Tickets for Public TransportTickets and passes (Ath. ena tickets) for public transport are sold at ticket booths and machines in all Athens Metro and tram stations. There are three types of Ath. ena tickets: a paper ticket, an anonymous card that you can top up, and a personalised card.