Christmas Transport Changes in Athens: How Public Transit Will Run Over the Holidays
Public transport services in Athens will operate on a Sunday and public holiday timetable from Christmas Eve through December 27, with additional route changes due to events and works across the capital.
Changes will be in effect across Athens’ public transport network during the Christmas period, affecting trams, buses and metro services from Tuesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) through Friday, December 27, 2025. During these days, all means of public transport will operate according to Sunday and public holiday schedules, transport authorities said.
In addition to the holiday timetable, several temporary route modifications will be implemented on specific bus lines due to scheduled events and technical works in central Athens and other parts of Attica.
Key Changes to Public Transport Services:
1. City Centre & Athens International Airport Bus Lines
- Bus lines affected: 400 and X95
- Period: Tuesday, December 23, 2025
- Time: Between 01:00 and 05:00
- Details: Partial and temporary changes within the municipality of Athens.
2. Elefsina Bus Line
- Bus line affected: 862
- Period: Tuesday, December 23, 2025
- Time: From 08:00 to 15:00
- Details: Modified route due to technical works on Thiron Street.
3. Christmas Day Bus Line (Agioi Anargyroi and Kamatero)
- Bus line affected: 704
- Period: Wednesday, December 25, 2025 (Christmas Day)
- Time: Between 11:00 and 14:00
- Details: Temporary route adjustment in the areas of Agioi Anargyroi and Kamatero.
4. Piraeus Bus Line
- Bus line affected: 826
- Period: From 07:00 to 15:00 on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, and Saturday, December 27, 2025.
- Details: Partially modified due to roadworks on Patras Street.
Important Advice for Commuters:
Authorities advise passengers to allow extra travel time and to check updated route information before commuting during the holiday period, as services will be reduced and deviations may occur across the network.
For the latest information and real-time updates on routes and schedules, passengers are encouraged to:
- Visit the official Athens Public Transport website.
- Check local transport authority announcements.
- Utilize public transport mobile applications.
These changes are crucial for residents and visitors planning to use public transport in Athens during the festive season. Planning ahead will help ensure a smoother travel experience amidst the holiday rush and ongoing works.
Source: https://www.tovima.com/society/christmas-transport-changes-in-athens-how-public-transit-will-run-over-the-holidays/
