Ferry to Athens
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You can get ferries to Athens from a range of destinations including Hydra, Aegina, Tinos, Mykonos & Spetses. There are up to 1148 ferries running per week. Ferries to Athens are provided by 16 ferry companies including Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets & Hellenic Seaways. Book now with Direct Ferries and find a ferry to Athens to suit you.
The Athens ferry timetable varies depending on the route you choose. The Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) ferry sails approximately 66 times per week, with an average duration of about 1 hour 30 minutes. The first ferry departs at 07:30 and the last ferry leaves at 21:30.
Meanwhile, the Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) ferry sails 200 times per week, with an average duration of about 1 hour 10 minutes. The first ferry departs at 10:45 and the last ferry departs at 23:45.
Ferries to Athens are provided by 16 operators including Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets & Hellenic Seaways. Minoan Lines and Blue Star Ferries are two of the most popular Athens ferry operators.
There are 3 ferry ports in Athens. Athens (Piraeus) is the most popular port with 175 daily and 992 weekly sailings. Piraeus is Athens’ main port and the most centrally located, which makes it the most popular choice for travellers. Rafina is quieter and ideal if you’re coming from the airport, with shorter sailing times to popular islands like the Cyclades. Lavrio is the smallest of the three ports and usually offers cheaper ferries and fewer crowds.
The duration of the ferry to Athens depends on the route. The longest route is Thessaloniki to Athens (Piraeus) with an average duration of 27 hours 20 minutes, whilst the fastest route is Agia Marina (Aegina) to Athens (Piraeus) with a journey time of 30 minutes.
The fastest ferry to Athens is Agia Marina (Aegina) to Athens (Piraeus). This journey usually takes 30 minutes and costs around £73.52 on average.
The most popular ferry route to Athens is the Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) ferry with 66 weekly sailings and an average price of £73.34. The second most popular ferry to Athens is the Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) ferry with 200 weekly sailings and an average price of £34.80.
Ferries from Athens go to 69 ports. These include Hydra, Aegina, Tinos, Mykonos & Spetses.
You can get a ferry from Athens to a variety of Greek Islands including the Cyclades islands, Saronic islands, Crete and the North Aegean islands. Athens is a great place to start or end your Greek Island hopping adventure!
The price of the ferry to Athens varies depending on the route you choose. The Hydra to Athens (Piraeus) ferry costs £73.34 on average whereas the Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) ferry usually costs £34.80.
The cheapest ferry to Athens depends on the route, season, ferry company and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not. Prices are generally cheaper for foot passengers. We recommend booking your ferry tickets to Athens in advance to get them at the cheapest price.
The cheapest Athens ferry is Andros to Athens (Lavrio) with an average price of £22.78. The journey takes approximately 9 hours 20 minutes.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on Athens ferries. Athens foot operators include Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets & Hellenic Seaways.
Yes, you can take your car on ferries to Athens. Simply follow the signs at the port and staff will be on hand to guide you into the correct lane. Athens car operators include Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets & Hellenic Seaways.
Unfortunately, you cannot take your bike on ferries to Athens.
Yes, you can take your pet on ferries to Athens. We recommend checking the ferry operator's pet policy before you travel. Athens pet operators include Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets & Golden Star Ferries.
It's easy to book ferry tickets to Athens online at Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Enter your departure and arrival ports along the date you'd like to travel to see all available options. You can also compare alternative routes to find the best ferry to suit you.
We'd recommend booking in advance to get your tickets at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page and sign up to our email for exclusive offers.
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Athens is the capital of Greece located in the southeast region of Greece on the edge of the Aegean Sea. Well known for being the heart of ancient Greece, it is the largest city with a variety of historic landmarks and museums. Athens is easily accessible via motorway, the airport (AIA) and by ferry from various Greek Islands.
There are 3 ports in Athens. Piraeus port is located on the west coast of Greece whereas Rafina port and Lavrio port is located on the east coast. Piraeus port is the most popular in Athens, with up to 184 daily sailings and ferry connections from Santorini, Mykonos, Heraklion, Naxos and Rhodes.
Athens is a city of history with many ancient ruins and museums to enjoy. Private walking and bus tours are available for people who really want an in-depth understanding of its history.
