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Greek Health Protocols for Travel Agencies Offering Transfer Services – Rules for Car Rental

The Tourism Ministry has released the health protocols to be applied by tourism companies and travel agencies offering road transport services in Greece.

Three New Athens Metro Stations to Open Soon

Three new Athens metro stations along the Piraeus-bound blue line are set to open in July, according to the Greek Transport Ministry.

New Rules for Travel by Rail and Bus in Greece post-Covid-19

Greece has announced new health protocols to ensure that travel by rail and on buses is carried out as safely as possible during the post-Covid-19 period.

Commission: Measures to Support Aviation, Rail, Maritime and Road Transport Sectors

The European Commission has adopted a package of measures to support the transport sectors of aviation, rail, maritime and road, which have been hit by the Covid-19 pandemic.

Covid-19: Rules for Public Transport Passengers in Athens

Commuters in Athens will have to abide by new rules when traveling on public transportation, to help curb the spread of the Covid-19 virus.

Covid-19 Puts a Brake on Athens Metro Late-night Services

Athens public transport authorities have reduced metro, train, and tram services due to a decline in commuter traffic and as part of efforts to limit the spread of the coronavirus.

Covid-19 Takes Toll on Transport in Greece

Greek authorities are thinking of banning travel from Germany, France and the UK in efforts to contain the further spread of the Covid-19 virus.

Trainose: Train Tickets Usable Within 1 Year from Issue Date

Due to the coronavirus outbreak, Greece's railway service operator Trainose is giving passengers the opportunity to exchange already booked tickets with travel vouchers valid for one year.

No Public Transport in Athens on Tuesday

Public transport workers in Athens have announced their participation in a 24-hour strike on Tuesday, February 18.

Discipline and Planning Key for Greek Drivers Ahead of Travel

Greek drivers are more focused on discipline and planning compared to other Europeans, according to a survey by market analysts Ipsos.

Five ‘Silver Arrow’ Trains to Hit the Rails in Greece Next Year

Trainose's five “Silver Arrow” trains, as of next year will be offering passengers high-speed transport services from Athens to Thessaloniki.

Trainose Adds Extra Athens – Thessaloniki Rail Services for Christmas Season

Trainose will add two extra itineraries to serve the Athens - Thessaloniki route for the Christmas season.

Plans for Athens Metro Line 4 Back on Track

Construction for Athens Metro Line 4, once a contractor is selected, will begin with the project's Section A that connects Alsos Veikou in Galatsi with Goudi (12.8km long, 15 stations).

Transport Infrastructure Projects in Greece in New Athens-Beijing Cooperation Agreement

A renewed cooperation agreement between Athens and Beijing includes potential transport infrastructure projects in Greece.

Work Stoppages in Athens to Disrupt Public Transport on October 17

The Athens metro, ISAP electric railway and the tram will be in service for only part of the day on Thursday, October 17, as workers will hold work stoppages.

Transport in Athens to be Affected by Walkouts, Strikes on October 3

Public transport employees in Athens will hold work stoppages and strikes on Thursday, October 3, continuing industrial action that launched on Wednesday.

Strike and Work Stoppages on Athens Public Transport on September 24

Transportation in Athens will be disrupted on Tuesday, September 24, as public transport employees will participate in a strike and work stoppages.

Thessaloniki Metro Launch May be Pushed Back

The launch of the Thessaloniki metro set for 2020 will most likely be pushed back after the construction company said it was “technically impossible” to meet the deadline.

Greek Police to Patrol Tourist Attractions and Metro in Athens

Greek police officers will patrol Athens' tourist attractions and metro stations, to increase the feelings of safety of the city's residents and tourists.

Road Arrivals Account for 29% of All Travel to Greece in 2018

Road arrivals accounted for 29 percent of all travel traffic to Greece in 2018, according to the Greek Tourism Confederation's intelligence unit INSETE.