Athens is entering a new era of urban mobility with the launch of “ATHENS MOVE,” a municipal public transport initiative featuring 17 electric buses operating on four new routes. The system aims to cover gaps in local transportation, reduce reliance on private vehicles, and improve accessibility across the city.
The new routes, designed following a city transport study and approved by Greece’s main transit authority (OASA), will span 40 kilometers and include 185 stops. The €11.2 million investment is funded through the Social Climate Fund and integrates modern charging infrastructure along with fully accessible bus stops.
Key Routes of ATHENS MOVE
- Neos Kosmos – Petralona – Kerameikos
- Kato Patisia – Sepolia – Kerameikos
- Promponas – Ano Patisia – Kypseli
- Attiki – Kypseli
Mayor Haris Doukas emphasized that the network is designed to complement the metro and existing bus services. “We are creating a modern and inclusive system that gives residents a practical alternative to private cars, particularly benefiting vulnerable citizens,” he said.
Benefits for Citizens and the Environment
- Sustainable mobility: Electric buses and reduced car use will lower CO₂ emissions.
- Multimodal hubs: Selected stops will integrate public transport, walking, cycling, and micro-mobility, enhanced with green spaces and shaded seating.
- Increased accessibility: Stops are designed for people with mobility challenges, including low floors, ramps, seating, and audio-visual announcements.
- Support for underserved neighborhoods: The initiative targets areas traditionally lacking adequate public transit, helping reduce transport poverty and commuting costs.
- Year-round service: Routes will operate every day, providing consistent, reliable transit options for locals.
