Piraeus (Athens) Ferry

Piraeus (Athens) Ferry
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Piraeus (Athens) Ferry

Athens (Piraeus) ferry port is located in Athens. The port serves destinations including Aegina, Hydra, Milos, Paros & Heraklion. There are currently 1003 weekly sailings operated by 14 operators including Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets & Hellenic Seaways. Popular ferry routes include Athens (Piraeus) to Aegina with a duration of around 1 hour 8 minutes. Bear in mind that sailing information can vary depending on the time of year. We recommend using our Deal Finder to see live sailing times, availability and prices for Athens (Piraeus) ferries.

Port Address

Piraeus 185 31, Greece

Hellenic Seaways Terminal - Akti Miaouli 284, Pireas 185 35

Anek Lines Terminal - Akti Kondili 24, Pireas 185 45

Sea Jets Terminal - Astiggos 2, Pireas 185 31, Greece

Cyclades Fast Ferries Terminal - Skouze 10, Pireas 185 36, Greece

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Athens (Piraeus) Ferry

Is there a ferry from Athens (Piraeus)?

Yes, you can get a ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to 68 ferry ports. Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) are operated by 14 ferry companies including Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets & Hellenic Seaways. There are currently 185 daily and 1003 weekly sailings from Athens (Piraeus).

Sailing information: routes, durations and timetables

Where do ferries from Athens go to?

Athens (Piraeus) ferries sail to Saronic Islands, Cyclades Islands, Crete, Dodecanese Islands, Aegean Islands, Lesbos, Ikaria, Ionian Islands, Greece & Samos. You can get ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to 68 ferry ports. These ferry ports include Aegina, Hydra, Milos, Paros & Heraklion.

How long is the ferry from Athens (Piraeus)?

The duration of the Athens (Piraeus) ferry depends which route you take. Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) range between 30 minutes and 27 hours 50 minutes. Bear in mind that Athens (Piraeus) ferry times can change from season to season so it's best to check the latest Athens (Piraeus) ferry timetable before you book.

What is the fastest ferry from Athens (Piraeus)?

The fastest ferry is Athens (Piraeus) to Agia Marina (Aegina) with an average duration of 30 minutes. There are currently 4 daily and 24 weekly sailings on this ferry route.

What is the longest ferry from Athens (Piraeus)?

The slowest ferry is Athens (Piraeus) to Thessaloniki with an average duration of 27 hours 50 minutes and 1 daily and 1 weekly sailings.

Popular Athens ferry routes

Popular ferries from Athens (Piraeus) include:

Athens (Piraeus) to Aegina

Athens (Piraeus) to Aegina is the most popular route with 32 daily and 217 weekly sailings. The journey usually takes around 1 hour 8 minutes and costs £11.76 on average.

Athens (Piraeus) to Hydra

Athens (Piraeus) to Hydra is the second most popular route. There are currently 11 daily and 69 weekly sailings on this route. The Athens (Piraeus) to Hydra ferry costs £36.57 on average and takes approximately 1 hour 21 minutes.

Athens ferry timetable

The Athens (Piraeus) ferry timetable depends on the route, season and operator. We recommend checking the latest Athens (Piraeus) timetable before you book.

Athens (Piraeus) to Aegina ferry timetable:

First ferry: 06:30
Last ferry: 20:15

Athens (Piraeus) to Hydra ferry timetable:

First ferry: 08:00
Last ferry: 20:30

Athens ferry prices

How much do ferries from Athens cost?

Athens (Piraeus) ferry prices vary depending on various factors. The route, season, operator and type of ship you sail on can all affect the Athens (Piraeus) ferry cost. Prices are usually cheaper for foot passengers and outside of the peak summer months.

The most popular ferry, Athens (Piraeus) to Aegina costs £11.76 on average. The cheapest ferry route is Athens (Piraeus) to Souvala (Aegina) with an average price of £9.07. The most expensive ferry is the Athens (Piraeus) to Mesta (Chios) ferry with an average price of £102.19.

Athens ferries with vehicles and pets

Is there a car ferry from Athens (Piraeus)?

Yes, you can take a car ferry from Athens (Piraeus). Car operators include Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets & Hellenic Seaways. For more information on routes and car ferry prices, check out our Deal Finder.

Are foot passengers allowed on ferries from Athens (Piraeus)?

Yes, foot passengers are allowed on ferries from Athens (Piraeus) with operators including Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, SeaJets & Hellenic Seaways.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus)?

You can take your pet on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus). Pet operators include Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Anes Ferries & Saronic Ferries. For more information about pet accommodation and fees, please view our Deal Finder.

Can I book a cabin on ferries from Athens (Piraeus)?

Yes, cabins are available on ferries from Athens (Piraeus) with operators such as Minoan Lines, Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways & Aegean Sea Lines.

Booking ferry tickets from Athens

How to book Athens (Piraeus) ferry tickets

You can book Athens (Piraeus) ferry tickets online at Direct Ferries. Just use our Deal Finder to see live pricing and availability. We recommend booking your Athens (Piraeus) ferry tickets in advance to get them at the best possible price. You can also check out our Special Offers page to see if there are any discounts on your desired route.

Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The largest port in Greece, Piraeus serves up to 20 million passengers each year. It's located around 10km from the centre of Athens and connects the Greek capital with various destinations including the Cyclades Islands, Crete and the Dodecanese Islands. Piraeus' close proximity to Athens makes it a popular choice with travellers embarking on a Greek Island hopping adventure. There's plenty to keep you busy in Piraeus in between ferry trips, whether that's exploring the picturesque promenade, browsing the bustling markets or sampling delicious Greek delicacies in one of the city's many traditional tavernas.

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