A Cape Sounion day trip from Athens old town takes you to the headland that is home to the Temple of Poseidon. KTEL Attikis runs a Sounion bus route along the coast, with central Athens stops and departures in both directions.
- Destination: Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon.
- Bus operator: KTEL Attikis.
- Route: Along Syngrou Avenue and Poseidonos Avenue, beside the coast.
- Bus times: Athens–Sounio at 10:30 and Sounio–Athens at 16:45, Monday through Sunday.
- Ticket payment: Cash on the bus; a return ticket costs €15.
Why visit Cape Sounion?
Cape Sounion is the setting of the Temple of Poseidon, making the archaeological site the main reason to travel to this stretch of coast. KTEL Attikis describes Sounion as a destination for visitors to the area.
The journey also follows Athens’ coastal edge. The bus route passes seaside communities including Glyfada, Voula, Vouliagmeni and Varkiza, then continues through Lagonisi, Saronida, Anavyssos and Legrena. For a broader look at the coast, the Athens Riviera and Glyfada make useful context for planning a coastal outing.
How do you get from Athens to Cape Sounion?
KTEL Attikis operates the Sounion bus from Pedion Areos, at the corner of Alexandras Avenue and Patission Street. On the way, it stops at Klafthmonos Square, Syntagma and Syngrou-Fix metro station, which connect with Athens metro and public transport.
The route follows Syngrou Avenue and Poseidonos Avenue along the coast.
Monastiraki station is about a 3-minute walk from Emporikon Athens Hotel. Choose the bus stop that fits your plans, then confirm the route and boarding arrangements with KTEL Attikis before setting out.
Temple of Poseidon access and tickets
The Temple of Poseidon stands at Cape Sounion, the destination of the KTEL Attikis route. The Sounio service accepts cash on the bus, and a return ticket costs €15.
Check the official site before you go: KTEL Attikis’ timetable and ticket details can change. Its Athens address is Patision 68 – Kotsika 2, Athens 104 34, and its phone number is 210 88 08 000.
Timing a coastal day trip
KTEL Attikis gives an Athens–Sounio departure at 10:30 and a Sounio–Athens departure at 16:45, Monday through Sunday. Both are described as going through the beach. Treat these as the operator’s timetable details, not a guarantee of the current schedule, and confirm the service before planning your day around it.
These times give you a departure from Athens and a return service from Sounio. The route passes several coastal communities on the way, so check the operator’s current information for the stops and timings that apply to your journey.
FAQs
Where does the Sounion bus leave from in Athens?
KTEL Attikis gives Pedion Areos, at the corner of Alexandras Avenue and Patission Street, as the departure point. The route also stops at Klafthmonos Square, Syntagma and Syngrou-Fix metro station.
Does the bus pass along the coast?
Yes. The Sounion route follows Syngrou Avenue and Poseidonos Avenue along the coast, passing places including Glyfada, Vouliagmeni and Saronida.
How do you pay for the Sounio bus?
KTEL Attikis says payment is in cash on the bus. A return ticket costs €15; check the operator’s site before travelling for current details.