Traveling to Port

Transportation to and from the Port of Piraeus

Piraeus has excellent transport links to the rest of the country, including motorways, rail and public bus networks. Ferries connect the port with most of the Greek islands, and internationally with Cyprus and Egypt, while the recently constructed airport provides flights to destinations around the world.

If driving from the city, follow Syngrou Avenue to Ipodromos. At Ipodromos turn right onto Possidonos road in the direction of Piraeus, and at the junction with Gr Lambraki turn right and then left. Continue on this road and you will soon reach the port in Piraeus.

Book Pireaus ferry tickets

Piraeus Port operates shuttles (90 persons capacity each) within the restricted port area, linking the terminal with all cruise vessels in port.

A metro line runs between the centre of Athens and the port of Piraeus terminus (duration: 25 minutes). There is also an express bus, Line E96, every 30 minutes from the airport to Piraeus, while taxi between the port and the centre should cost €9.

Athens' International Airport, Eleftherios Venizelos, opened in March 2001 and was constructed as a capable and modern international hub. The airport is situated 27kms southeast of Athens and is accessible by car, taxi, and bus at present.

The national network of buses is run by KTEL (Kratiko Tamio Ellinikon Leoforion). All of the major cities in Greece are connected as well as most of the smaller centres.
Ferries connect Piraeus with almost every region of Greece: Dodecanese, Cyclades, Peloponnese, Saronic Gulf Islands, Crete, Samos, northeastern Aegean Islands and northern Greece.

Once you arrive at the port, you will find parking available at the port, with short and long-term facilities available. Those with disabilities will also find specially designated areas at the port.

Enquiry number: +30 210 451 1311-21
Website: http://www.olp.gr/