What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Piraeus?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Piraeus is to line 420 bus which costs €2 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Piraeus?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Piraeus is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs €11 - €14.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Piraeus?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from ΣΤ. Υπεραστικων and arriving at Γουναρη. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

Is there a direct train between Athens and Piraeus?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Athens and arriving at Piraeus. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19 min.

How far is it from Athens to Piraeus?

The distance between Athens and Piraeus is 9 km. The road distance is 9.5 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Piraeus without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Piraeus without a car is to train which takes 19 min and costs €1 - €2.

How long does it take to get from Athens to Piraeus?

The train from Athens to Piraeus takes 19 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Athens to Piraeus bus from?

Athens to Piraeus bus services, operated by OASA, depart from ΣΤ. Υπεραστικων station.

Where do I catch the Athens to Piraeus train from?

Athens to Piraeus train services, operated by Hellenic Train S.A., depart from Athens station.

Train or bus from Athens to Piraeus?

The best way to get from Athens to Piraeus is to train which takes 19 min and costs €1 - €2. Alternatively, you can line 420 bus, which costs €2 and takes 33 min.

Where does the Athens to Piraeus bus arrive?

Athens to Piraeus bus services, operated by OASA, arrive at Γουναρη station.

Where does the Athens to Piraeus train arrive?

Athens to Piraeus train services, operated by Hellenic Train S.A., arrive at Piraeus station.

Can I drive from Athens to Piraeus?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Piraeus is 9 km. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Athens to Piraeus.

Where can I stay near Piraeus?

There are 6182+ hotels available in Piraeus.

Athens to Piraeus - 5 ways to travel via train, line 420 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Athens to Piraeus by train, bus, taxi, car, or subway

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Athens to Piraeus by train

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Distance: 8.9 km
Duration: 19 min

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Piraeus, Greece?

Hellenic Train S.A. operates a train from Athens to Piraeus hourly. Tickets cost €1–2 and the journey takes 19 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, OASA operates a bus from ΣΤ. Υπεραστικων to Γουναρη every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €2 and the journey takes 33 min.

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