By Car

Greece’s transportation network has been impressively upgraded, offering a modern and integrated structure for fast, safe travel nationwide. Key projects like the Rio-Antirrio Bridge—the longest of its kind in Europe—and the state-of-the-art Egnatia, Attiki, and Ionia Motorways have transformed the way you explore the country.

Speed Limits

Within Urban Areas: 30 km/h

Exceptions where a 50 km/h limit may apply:

One-way streets with at least two lanes
Two-way roads with two lanes per direction
Roads with a dividing median (central reservation)

Outside Urban Areas:

130 km/h on motorways
110 km/h on expressways (dual carriageways)
90 km/h on the rest of the road network
40 km/h on unpaved (dirt) roads

Tolls and Payment Methods

Cash

Paid at lanes with a toll collector. This is the slowest method, especially during peak travel periods.

Bank Card (Debit/Credit)

Most toll stations now accept contactless card payments at manual lanes. Some motorways also feature automated payment machines.

Transponder (e-pass)

The fastest method. This allows you to use dedicated electronic lanes without stopping.

A major benefit of the Greek toll system is that one transponder is sufficient for all of Greece. For example, if you have an Attiki Odos e-pass, you can use it seamlessly on the Egnatia Odos, Olympia Odos, Ionia Odos, and all other major motorways across the country.

Emergency Contact Numbers

European Emergency Number
112
Fire Department
199
Police
100
Ambulance
166

Alcohol Limits for Driving

In Greece, the general legal alcohol limit for driving is 0.50 g/l (blood alcohol concentration) or 0.25 mg/l (breath alcohol concentration). A stricter limit of 0.20 g/l applies to novice and professional drivers, as even low levels of alcohol consumption significantly increase the risk of an accident.

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