Harsher fines take effect on public transport today – What’s changing
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The new increased fines for traveling without a ticket on Athens and Thessaloniki public transport come into effect today.
- 30 Μαΐου 2026 12:00
From today, Saturday (30/05), the new fines for traveling without a ticket on public transport in Athens and Thessaloniki are in force, aiming to reduce fare evasion.
Passengers found without a valid or validated ticket will now face a fine of €100, while those entitled to a reduced fare will be fined €50.
The offender can pay half the amount, i.e., €50, if within ten days from the violation notice they purchase a 30-day unlimited travel card. Until now, the penalty for not having a ticket was €72 for the regular fare and €30 for the reduced fare.
The relevant ministerial decision activating Law 5290/2026, which was passed a few months ago, was published in the Government Gazette on 28 May and is effective from today, 30 May 2026.
