City in Central Macedonia, Greece
Getting around Thessaloniki
How to get around Thessaloniki
The center is walkable. OASTH buses cover the city and the metro now links the center with the station and the west; taxi apps fill the gaps.
Ways to get around Thessaloniki
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| OASTH buses | 1.20 EUR | Ticket from kiosks or machines; validate on board |
| Metro (Line 1) | 1.20 EUR | Opened in 2024; links Nea Elvetia, the center and Sintrivani |
| Taxi apps | About 6–12 EUR for 5 km | Cheaper and clearer than street taxis |
Ride-hailing apps in Thessaloniki
A 5 km ride costs about €6–12 ($6.8–13.5).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| FREENOW | Licensed taxis; pay by app |
| Uber | Taxis via app; works at the airport |
| Bolt | Often cheaper; availability varies |
- Street taxis use the meter; card payment is required but some drivers resist. Flat airport fares are not guaranteed, so use an app.
Arriving in Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki Makedonia (SKG)
Bus X1 to the center about 2 EUR, 45–60 min; taxi about 25–35 EUR, 20–30 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Common among locals, but traffic is fast and parking chaotic. Rentals are limited; a motorcycle licence applies.
- Driving: on the right. Non-EU licences generally need an International Driving Permit; rental firms check. Quads and scooters need a motorcycle licence.
- Onward travel in Greece: Ferries reach the islands; book ahead in summer. Hellenic Train runs Athens–Thessaloniki in about 4–5 hours, KTEL buses cover the mainland, and domestic flights save time.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Thessaloniki?
Yes. Apps that work here: FREENOW, Uber, Bolt.
What's the best way to get around Thessaloniki?
The center is walkable. OASTH buses cover the city and the metro now links the center with the station and the west; taxi apps fill the gaps.
How do I get from the airport to Thessaloniki?
Bus X1 to the center about 2 EUR, 45–60 min; taxi about 25–35 EUR, 20–30 min.
Is Thessaloniki walkable?
Very walkable.
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