Going to University of Piraeus
How to Get from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Piraeus
1. Metro Line 3 (Blue Line)
The Athens Metro Line 3 (Blue Line) offers the most efficient and direct rail connection from the airport to the center of Piraeus. Upon arrival at the airport, follow the signage for “Trains” to reach the station located across the Departures level. Board the train toward Dimotiko Theatro, which serves as the final stop of the line. This station is located in the heart of Piraeus and is the closest stop to the University. From the station exit, the main university campus is approximately a 7–10 minute walk.
- Fare: €9.00 (Standard) / €4.50 (Reduced/Student)
- Travel Time: Approximately 59 minutes
- Frequency: Every 36 minutes
2. Suburban Railway
The Suburban Railway provides an alternative rail link that shares the same station and ticketing system as the Metro. Delegates should board the train labeled for Piraeus. While this service is direct to the Port of Piraeus, the terminal station is located slightly further from the university campus than the Metro stop. To minimize walking distance, passengers are advised to stay within the station at the final stop (Piraeus Port) and transfer to the Metro Line 3 (Blue Line) for one stop toward Dimotiko Theatro. This transfer is included in your airport ticket.
- Fare: €9.00 (Standard) / €4.50 (Reduced/Student)
- Travel Time: ~63 minutes to the port (+5 minutes for the Metro transfer)
- Frequency: Approximately every 60 minutes
3. Express Bus X96 (24-Hour Service)
The X96 Express Bus provides a continuous connection between the Airport and Piraeus. The bus terminal is located at the Arrivals level, between Exits 4 and 5. For the University, delegates should disembark at the Plateia Korai stop. This stop is situated in the central commercial district of Piraeus, within short walking distance of the university buildings.
- Fare: €5.50 (Standard) / €2.70 (Student/Reduced)
- Travel Time: 80–90 minutes (subject to traffic conditions)
- Frequency: Every 20–30 minutes
4. Taxi
Official taxi services are available 24/7 at the designated rank located immediately outside Arrivals Exit 3. This is the only transportation option providing direct transit to the University gates. For added convenience, attendees may also use taxi applications available in Greece,such as Uber, FreeNow, or Bolt, to request a licensed taxi. These applications provide a real-time fare estimate and allow for digital tracking of the route.
- Estimated Fare: €55 – €65 (Day) / €75 – €85 (Night: 00:00–05:00)
- Travel Time: 45–50 minutes
- Availability: Immediate at the airport rank or via app request