Athens Taxi Strike May 28–29, 2025 - How to Get to the Airport? Metro and Buses Instead of Taxis
If you're flying in or out of Athens this week, take note: getting to the airport might look a little different. With a two-day taxi strike planned for Wednesday and Thursday, May 28–29, the city’s transit authority (OASA) is stepping in to help travelers get to and from Athens International Airport in Spata (Eleftherios Venizelos) more easily.
More Frequent Airport Buses
To make up for the lack of taxis, several express bus routes to the airport will be running more often:
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X95 (Syntagma - Airport): every 15 minutes
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X96 (Piraeus - Airport): every 12 minutes
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X93 (Kifisos Intercity Bus Station - Airport): every 15 minutes
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X97 (Airport - Elliniko Metro Station, circular route): every 30 minutes
These buses operate 24/7 and are a reliable way to reach the airport from key parts of the city—even more so now with the boosted frequency.
Metro Service Also Stepping Up
The Blue Line metro (Line 3), which connects downtown Athens to the airport, will also see more trains between 9:30 AM and 4:00 PM on both days. An additional train will run back and forth between Doukissis Plakentias and the Airport, helping reduce wait times during peak hours.
Where to Get Updates
Want to check departure times or track a bus in real time? You can use the OASA Telematics system online or call the OASA info line at 11185 for more details.
With public transit picking up the slack, getting to the airport should still be smooth - even without taxis. Just give yourself a little extra time and plan ahead.
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