Tickets 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.
Can you use credit card for Athens bus?
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.
Where do buses leave from in Athens?
In Athens, buses depart from two major stations in Athens, Kifissos and Liossion Stations. Some Greek islands also have small yet practical bus networks.
Can you buy KTEL tickets on the bus?
It's possible to purchase tickets on many of the websites of regional KTEL networks, but it's easiest to purchase your bus tickets in person at the KTEL station or on the bus.
How much is a bus ticket 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)
What is the main bus station in Athens called?
Athens Kifissos Bus Terminal
| Athens "Kifissos" Bus Station | |
|---|---|
| Location | Leof. Kifisou 100, Peristeri, Athina 104 42, Greece Greece |
| Coordinates | |
| Owned by | KTEL |
| Connections | OASA bus connections: X93 (Airport Express), 051 (Metaxourghio metro station and Omonoia square), 052 (Elaionas Metro station), 420 (Piraeus port) |
Where can I buy tickets for the bus in Athens?
Are Ktel buses air conditioned?
All buses are equipped with air conditioning, and intercity and tourist buses have spacious luggage compartments.
Can I drink the tap water in Athens?
Is it safe? The answer is yes. Tap water in Athens is absolutely safe to drink. This is why we do not have to buy water bottles since all buildings have direct access to drinkable water from the nearby lakes Marathon and Yliki.
How much does a bus 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)
How does an AC bus work?
Fans pull passenger compartment air through a filter, which removes particulate matter, then passes the cleaned air through the evaporator coil. The refrigerant undergoes a change of pressure from high to low, and a corresponding change-of-state from a liquid to a gas, through a process called evaporation.
How much is Athens metro ticket?
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 walk in Athens at night?
Is Athens safe at night? Athens is generally a safe place to be at night, but it is always advisable to take precautionary measures. The center of Athens and the neighborhoods around it are known for their vibrant nightlife since many people can be seen on the streets even after midnight.
How do buses in Greece work?
Buses (KTEL)The KTEL buses are green in color and connect Athens to many towns on the mainland. Itineraries are regular and tickets can be bought just before the trip, even though that is not recommended. It is the most popular way of transportation between areas of the Greek mainland.