The Greek Transport Ministry said it will be phasing out the Athens trolley bus network, citing the high cost.

Currently, around 800,000 people use Athens' fixed-track transit daily. In 2024, ridership increased by 8% compared to 2023, and 25% compared to 2022, a clear sign that Athenians are returning to public transit following the pandemic

The proposal aims to reduce road accidents and improve safety while offering more accessible public transport late into the night.

Travelers to Greece and residents in Athens, Thessaloniki and other large cities are advised to plan ahead and expect major disruptions throughout the day.

"130 police officers, either in uniform or in plain clothes, are on the suburban train and buses of West Athens."

Amid past delays and an aging fleet, Greece's PM pledges 900 new buses for Athens by mid-2025.

With this new Tap2Ride, service, Athens joins the ranks of European cities like Madrid, Milan, and London, offering passengers a simple, secure, and convenient way to travel.