Chania
Athens (Piraeus)
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Chania Athens (Piraeus) Ferry

The Chania Athens (Piraeus) ferry route connects Crete with Athens and is currently operated by 3 ferry companies. Blue Star Ferries operate their crossing up to 11 times per week, Anek Superfast 10 times per week & the Minoan Lines service is available up to 7 times per week.

There are a combined 28 sailings available per week on the Chania Athens (Piraeus) crossing between Crete and Athens and with 3 ferry companies on offer it is advisable to compare all to make sure you get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.

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Chania - Athens (Piraeus) Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Anek Superfast & Minoan Lines
Average Price £117*
Average Daily Sailings 1
Average Weekly Sailings 8
Average Sailing Duration 8h 30m
First Ferry 10:00
Last Ferry 22:00
Distance 135 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Chania to Piraeus?

    The ferry crossing time from Chania to Piraeus is approximately 8h. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.
  • How much is the ferry from Chania to Piraeus?

    Chania to Piraeus ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Chania to Piraeus is £100. Price exclusive of booking fees.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Chania to Piraeus?

    There are 3 popular ferry operators for Chania to Piraeus. These are
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Anek Superfast
    • Minoan Lines
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Chania to Piraeus?

    Book ferries from Chania to Piraeus through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Chania to Piraeus?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Chania to Piraeus with
    • Anek Superfast
    • Minoan Lines
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Chania to Piraeus?

    Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Chania to Piraeus with
    • Anek Superfast
    • Minoan Lines
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Chania to Piraeus?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with
    • Minoan Lines
  • How far is Piraeus from Chania?

    The distance between Chania to Piraeus is approximately 135 nautical Miles.

Chania Guide

Chania is a city located on the Greek island of Crete and lies on the north coast of the island, roughly 70 km to the west of Rethymno and 145 km to the west of Heraklion. The city can be regarded as being divided into two sections. The old town is located next to the old harbour and its main square, next to the west end of Kasteli, is the Eleftherios Venizelos Square ("Syntrivani") and is the heart of the old town for tourist activities. The second section of the city is the modern, larger, part of the city and is where most of the locals live and work. The modern city's oldest district, which dates back to the 18th century, is Nea Hora (which means New Town) and is located beyond the west end of the old town.

The island is connected to the port of Piraeus, to the Cycladic islands of Ios, Santorini, Paros, Naxos, Mykonos, Amorgos and Milos and also to all of the Dodecanese islands and the east Aegean islands via a third island. Both conventional ferries and high speed ferries travel to and from the island.


Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The Greek city and port of Piraeus is one of the largest ports in the whole of the Mediterranean, and the third largest in the world, and has become a major hub for the ferry network that spans the Aegean Sea. Piraeus is an important city in its own right despite the fact that it is frequently considered to be a suburb of Athens, the Greek capital, which is only a very short distance away. Despite its proximity to Athens, Piraeus' waterfront has its own distinct appearance and visitors will see that the most appealing parts of the city are located around its eastern quarter, alongside both Mikrolimano Harbour and Zea Marina. A popular event in Piraeus is the Ecocinema International Film Festival which is held annually in late February and is where a number of films are screened at the Atticon Cinema and the Cineac Cinema, which are both located in the city's Town Hall Square.

Full of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, the waterfront district was greatly redeveloped in time for the Athens Olympics and as a result a new harbour front promenade was created that is lined with trees and passes the medieval city walls. The walls serve as a reminder and as an insight into the city's rich past.


Chania to Piraeus Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 18/03/2024 and 24/03/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 21:00 06:00 9 hours Everyday
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