Are taxis common in Greece?

A taxi is a popular means of transportation in Greece. Everyone uses it as it is convenient and practical, especially if you decided to take a trip spontaneously, and it is necessary to reach a certain destination as quickly as possible. If you have to get in somewhere on time, you should better book a transfer.



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First is to just wait on the side of a road for an unoccupied one to pass and raise your hand. This will signal them to stop in order to pick you up. Taxi are everywhere in Greece so this way works most of the time. The second way is to go to a square or central area where a lot of taxis always gather.

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Athens taxis are considered a rather safe option for your transfer throughout the city. In any case, the cabs queuing up at the official taxi stands are undoubtedly licensed and legal.

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It really isn't standard to tip your cab driver in Greece unless you have had exceptional service. Typically, you can just round up the amount or give the driver an extra euro or two if you really want to. Sometimes this can be nice as a number of BEAT drivers really do go above and beyond.

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The buses, the train, and the Athens metro system are excellent ways to travel using public transport. That being said, as you can imagine, public transport is not the most luxurious way to get around Greece nor the easiest. Another -much less affordable- alternative to public transport is the use of taxis.

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The average taxi ride costs between 4EUR and € 6 ( US$ 6.40). In other words, a taxi to get around the city center costs a little more than two metro tickets. Taxis are very easy to flag down, since there are over 12,000 vehicles in the city.

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In Greece, you need a special permit in order to offer private transport services. Taxi drivers issue this license while the relevant legislation refers to their rights and obligations. Therefore, there couldn't be other drivers using their personal car offering such a service and getting paid.

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Definitely yes, you can Uber in Athens. Moreover, if there is increased demand, or on rainy days, etc, Uber prices may be a bit increased. Finally, what you need to know is that there is only Uber TAXI in Athens.

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The average taxi ride costs between 4EUR and € 6 ( US$ 6.30). In other words, a taxi to get around the city center costs a little more than two metro tickets. Taxis are very easy to flag down, since there are over 12,000 vehicles in the city.

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Taxi cars in Athens are yellow with an illuminated sign marked TAXI on top.

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  1. Kosmos: Website / Tel. 18300.
  2. Ikaros: Website / Tel. +30 210 515 2800.
  3. Enotita: Website / Tel. 18388.
  4. Hellas: Website / Tel. 18180.
  5. Taxiplon: Website / Tel. 18222.


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Like Bolt and Uber, Lyft does not currently operate in Crete or any other part of Greece.

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Aegean Taxi: Ride app is a local taxi and private transfer service in Mykonos, Santorini, Corfu, Rhodes and Athens, Greece.

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Greece has no Uber, Lyft, or other ridesharing. In Athens, you can use the Taxibeat app. It is similar, but it calls regular taxis. Like Uber/Lyft, drivers must maintain a good rating or there are kicked out of the program.

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Athens Taxis – What you need to know Taxis operate a 24-hour service and are quite cheap.

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Making Cash Payments in Greece Plastic money is widely accepted in Greece, and the exchange rates are rather favorable. Still, it would be best if you carried some cash, as many street vendors, artists, and small cafes only accept cash, while also cash is the preferred method of tipping in Greece.

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Taxi cars in Athens are yellow with an illuminated sign marked TAXI on top. One can stop taxis in Greece by simply raising a hand or go to a Taxi stands (piatsa) which are located in many parts in Athens.

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What is the most common transportation in Greece? Buses -both local and KTEL buses- are the most popular Greece public transport due to their frequent routes, their reach to regional roads, and their low prices. The bus network stretches across every inch of Greece, making your exploration of the country possible.

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Antiparos is a small island in the Cyclades, located opposite Paros. It's a charming destination with picturesque alleys and amazing beaches, and it's ideal to explore without a car. Antiparos is one of the top islands in Greece that you can fully enjoy with no car.

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