Athens to Cape Sounio private transfer

Starting or ending at Athens Airport? The fixed fare on this page is for an Athens city pickup. Journeys between Athens Airport (ATH) and Cape Sounio, in either direction, are quoted individually for your actual direction and addresses: request an airport quote.

Landing at Athens Airport: send your flight number and arrival date, the full address of your accommodation in the Cape Sounio area and any arrival or entrance instructions from your host. Airport pickups include flight tracking and an airport waiting allowance, as set out in your confirmation.

Travelling from Cape Sounio to Athens Airport: give the exact pickup address, your departure flight number, date and check-in requirements, and agree the collection time with our team rather than reversing your arrival timings. List passengers, large cases, cabin bags and any bulky items so the right vehicle is assigned.

Athens to Cape Sounio, along the coast

The drive south follows the Athenian Riviera for 70 km, past Glyfada, Vouliagmeni and Varkiza, and ends at the Temple of Poseidon on the cliff above the sea. About an hour and 15 minutes, door to door from your Athens hotel.

The fare is fixed at 55 euro for the whole vehicle, up to 4 passengers, not per person. Tolls, fuel and luggage included.

Sunset timing

Sounio is famous for its sunset, and the light is best in the hour before it. Tell us your preferred arrival and we plan the pickup around it. If you want the driver to wait and bring you back, our Cape Sounio half-day private tour covers the round trip. See the Cape Sounio destination guide for what to expect on site.

Athens to Cape Sounio: route guide

Distance: about 70 km from central Athens to Cape Sounio
Typical driving time: usually 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes along the coast road. Times depend on traffic, especially at weekday rush hours and on summer weekends.

Pickup points

• Hotels and apartments in Athens
• Athens International Airport
• Piraeus port

Drop-off

The Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounio, or your hotel in the Sounio area.

What is included

• A private vehicle and driver for your party only, never shared
• Fixed price per vehicle (€55 for up to 4 passengers, tolls and fuel included)
• No luggage, night or holiday surcharge
• Free child seats on request
• Drivers who speak English, Greek and French
• Pay by card online, or by cash or card to the driver

Athens to Cape Sounio: frequently asked questions

How long is the drive from Athens to Sounio?

Cape Sounio is about 70 km from Athens. Along the coast road the drive usually takes 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes. Times depend on traffic, especially at weekday rush hours and on summer weekends.

Is the €55 price per person or per vehicle?

Per vehicle. It is a fixed €55 for the whole car, for up to 4 passengers.

Can we time the drive for sunset at the Temple of Poseidon?

Yes. Tell us what time you want to arrive and we plan the pickup around it. In summer the coast road is busier in the late afternoon, so allow extra time.

Do you also offer the return trip?

This page is a one-way transfer. If you want the driver to wait and bring you back to Athens, see the Cape Sounio half-day private tour.

Do you provide child seats, and is luggage extra?

Child seats are free. Tell us the ages of the children when you book and the right seats will be fitted before pickup. There is no luggage surcharge, no night surcharge and no holiday surcharge. The price you are quoted when you book is the price you pay.

How do I pay?

You can pay by card online when you book, or by cash or card to the driver on the day. Drivers speak English, Greek and French.