Does Uber work in Greek islands?

Yes, there is Uber in Athens and Greece, but only for taxis, aka Uber Taxi. Three alternative services you can safely use.



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Definitely yes, you can Uber in Athens. However, you can find Uber only in Athens and not in the whole country. 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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iMove is a leading on-demand mobility company for transportation services in Mykonos, Paros, Athens & popular destinations in Greece. Want to learn about how we make getting around so easy, convenient, affordable?

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

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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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Not only are the island-hopping Greece ferries more affordable than flights, but you can enjoy much better views of the ocean and islands. You can also find affordable private boat trips around the islands.

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American ride-hailing apps like Uber or Lyft don't operate in Mykonos, but there are local ride-hailing apps, including iMove and DriveMe, that you can rely on. These will still cost around $35 per ride, but they're safe and efficient.

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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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  • Koufonisia. Koufounisia is a group of 2 small islands of inimitable beauty: Ano Koufonisi and Kato Koufonisi. ...
  • Antiparos. Antiparos is a small island in the Cyclades, located opposite Paros. ...
  • Hydra. Hydra is a popular destination for island day trips from Athens. ...
  • Chalki. ...
  • Schinoussa. ...
  • Agistri. ...
  • Donoussa. ...
  • Gavdos.


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Gavdos. Gavdos is the ideal destination for freedom and relaxation. You can explore the island by bike or on foot. Trails connect beaches and settlements, while in Tripiti, the southernmost tip of Europe with the famous chair, you can reach by hiking for about an hour or by boat.

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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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There are 3 main ways to find a taxi in Greece. 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.

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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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The quickest way to get from Oia (Station) to Fira is to taxi which costs €35 - €50 and takes 12 min. Is there a direct bus between Oia (Station) and Fira? Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Oia and arriving at Fira. Services depart hourly, and operate every day.

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Typical taxi fares for 1 to 4 persons : From the Port (athinios port) to Oia (Ia), approximately 40,00 Euro. From the Airport to Fira (capital), approximately 20,00 Euro. From the Airport to Oia (Ia), approximately 35,00 Euro. From Fira (capital) to Oia (Ia), approximately 25,00 Euro.

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