Can I Uber in Greece?

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$ 6.40). 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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Some of the popular options include:
  • Beat: Beat is a Greek ride-hailing app that operates in Athens, Thessaloniki, and other major cities in Greece. ...
  • Taxibeat: Taxibeat is another Greek ride-hailing app that operates in Athens, Thessaloniki, and other cities in Greece. ...
  • e-FOOD: While not strictly a ride-hailing service,


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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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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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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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Greece Means of Transportations
  1. Flights. The most popular way of reaching Greece is, of course, the plane. ...
  2. Ferries. The most preferred way to go from Athens to the Greek islands is by ferry. ...
  3. Cars & Car rental. ...
  4. Trains. ...
  5. Buses (KTEL) ...
  6. Taxis.


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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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Quick tips for budget backpackers in Greece Take an overnight ferry to other islands and save almost half the price of a speedy ferry ticket. Rent a moped as cheap transportation and see the beautiful surrounding area. Visit less traveled to islands such as Corfu and Milos to save money.

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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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  1. Google Maps App. I use Google Maps every day, it's absolutely one of my most used apps in Greece. ...
  2. Google Translate. ...
  3. Photo Translator App. ...
  4. Booking.com App. ...
  5. Airbnb. ...
  6. Ferryhopper App. ...
  7. My Ship Tracking. ...
  8. Skyscanner.


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Tickets for Public Transport Tickets and passes (Ath. ena tickets) for public transport are sold at ticket booths and machines in all Athens Metro and tram stations. There are three types of Ath. ena tickets: a paper ticket, an anonymous card that you can top up, and a personalised card.

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iMove App in Greece is a booking app that enables you to have car transport for travel or airport transfer at your finger tips. Download our taxi app and take your first ride today. Book your ride or cab transfer from Athens airport and check the distance to the car driver. Get a ride and get track to the destination.

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Cruise to Greek islands by boat in summer (and winter) Ferries are the classic way to traverse Greece's 227 islands, with myriad connections linking islands and the mainland during the summer months. The Greek ferry network is comprehensive, so it's easy to island-hop almost at will.

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Payments can be made mainly in cash. The bulk of taxi drivers have POS machines and accept bank cards. However, this is not a rule. Thus, you should have euros with you (preferably small bills), as cab drivers usually don't give change from big banknotes.

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Greece taxis fares (2018)
  • The meter starts at 1.20€
  • Minimum rate (Athens/Thessaloniki) 3.16€
  • Minimum Rate (rest of Greece) 3.40€
  • Rate Per Km Within City Limits (Simple Rate) 0.68€
  • Rate Per Km Outside City Limits (Double Rate) 1,19€
  • Waiting Time Per Hour 10.85€
  • From the Ports, Railway & Bus Stations 1.07€


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Payments can be made mainly in cash. The bulk of taxi drivers have POS machines and accept bank cards. However, this is not a rule. Thus, you should have euros with you (preferably small bills), as cab drivers usually don't give change from big banknotes.

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The most affordable Greek Islands to visit include Crete, Andros, Tinos, Corfu and Naxos. These cheap Greek Islands don't get nearly as many visitors as others, making everything from transportation to food and accommodations more affordable. And often, they're not even very far from the more popular islands.

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Taxi drivers will expect you to round up the bill or add about 10 per cent to the fare, while bar staff and luggage porters will appreciate some coins to say thanks – a euro is plenty. Your local leader may discuss the idea of running a group tipping kitty on the first day of your trip.

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?? Overall, transportation costs in Greece can be affordable, especially if you take advantage of public transportation options. However, car rentals and ferry rides can add up quickly, so it's important to budget accordingly.

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