Athens Airport to Piraeus port: train, metro, bus and taxi
Catching a ferry after your flight? Here is how to get from Athens Airport to Piraeus port, how long it takes, what it costs, and the next direct trains.
| Transport | Time | Price | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suburban railway (direct) | About 1 hour | Airport ticket | Direct to Piraeus station, next to the port entrance. |
| Metro line 3 | About 1 hour | €9 | Ends at Dimotiko Theatro; get off at Piraeus for the port. |
| Bus X96 | About 90 min, more in traffic | €5.50 (reduced €2.70) | Runs 24 hours, useful for early morning ferries. |
| Taxi | 40 to 60 min | Metered | Tell the driver your gate number. |
Direct trains, Airport to Piraeus (next 7 days)
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Train | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:32 | 06:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1203 | Daily |
| 06:32 | 07:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1205 | Daily |
| 07:32 | 08:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1207 | Daily |
| 08:32 | 09:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1209 | Daily |
| 09:32 | 10:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1211 | Daily |
| 10:32 | 11:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1213 | Daily |
| 11:32 | 12:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1215 | Daily |
| 12:32 | 13:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1217 | Daily |
| 13:32 | 14:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1219 | Daily |
| 14:32 | 15:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1221 | Daily |
| 15:32 | 16:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1223 | Daily |
| 16:32 | 17:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1225 | Daily |
| 17:32 | 18:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1227 | Daily |
| 18:32 | 19:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1229 | Daily |
| 19:32 | 20:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1231 | Daily |
| 20:32 | 21:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1233 | Daily |
| 21:32 | 22:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1235 | Daily |
| 22:32 | 23:37 | 1 h 5 min | Suburban 1237 | Daily |
Tips so you do not miss the ferry
- Allow at least 2 hours between landing and your ferry: baggage, the trip and finding your gate.
- Gates E1 to E3 (Crete, Dodecanese, North Aegean) are far from the station. Use the free port shuttle bus.
- Be at the gate 30 minutes early, or 1 hour if you have a car.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Athens Airport to Piraeus port?
The easiest way is the suburban railway or metro line 3 to Piraeus station, about 1 hour. Bus X96 runs 24 hours and costs €5.50.
How long does it take from Athens Airport to Piraeus?
About 1 hour by train or metro, and 90 minutes or more by bus X96 depending on traffic.
Is there a direct train from Athens Airport to Piraeus?
Yes, some suburban railway trains run directly from the airport to Piraeus. See the timetable above.
Times and fares can change because of works, strikes or events. Always check the official source before you travel: hellenictrain.gr and oasa.gr. Last checked: 22/10/2026.