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Athens (Piraeus)
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Symi Athens (Piraeus) Ferry

The Symi Athens (Piraeus) ferry route connects Dodecanese Islands with Athens. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Blue Star Ferries. The crossing operates up to 4 times each week with sailing durations from around 14 hours 10 minutes.

Symi Athens (Piraeus) sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Dodecanese Islands to Athens page.
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Symi (Simi) - Athens (Piraeus) Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 1
Operators Blue Star Ferries
Average Price $166*
Average Weekly Sailings 3
Average Sailing Duration 16h 13m
Fastest Sailing Duration 13h 55m
First Ferry 17:20
Last Ferry 19:45
Distance 262 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 Symi to Piraeus?

    The typical crossing time for ferries from Symi to Piraeus is approximately 14h 10m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.
  • How much is the ferry from Symi to Piraeus?

    The average price of a ferry from Symi to Piraeus is approximately $124. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Symi to Piraeus can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Symi to Piraeus?

    There is 1 ferry operator for Symi to Piraeus and this is
    • Blue Star Ferries
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Symi to Piraeus?

    Ferries from Symi to Piraeus are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Symi to Piraeus?

    Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Symi to Piraeus with
    • Blue Star Ferries
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Symi to Piraeus?

    Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Symi to Piraeus with the following operators
    • Blue Star Ferries
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Symi to Piraeus?

    Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
    • Blue Star Ferries
  • How far is Piraeus from Symi?

    Symi to Piraeus is approximately 262 nautical miles distance apart.

Symi Guide

The Greek island of Symi is one of the Dodecanese Islands and is located around 40 km to the north west of the island of Rhodes and 420 km from the Port of Piraeus. Symi's closest neighbours are the Datca and Bozburun peninsulars of Mugla Province in Turkey. The island's terrain is mainly mountainous and its coastline is made up of either beaches and secluded coves, or rocky cliffs. Located on the north east coast of the island is its main town, also called Symi. The lower town is the area around the harbour, called Yialos, and the upper town is called Horio or Ano Symi. There isn't a great deal to see or do on the island, and this is perhaps where its charm is. Apart from lazing on the beach or swimming in its crystal clear waters the Monastery of the Archangel Panormitis, which is an early 18th century Greek Orthodox monastery built on the coast in the south west of the country, is worth visiting. Overlooking Ano Symi is the Kastro which was built by the Knights of St. John as an expansion of a Byzantine castle on the same site. Quite a bit of the structure remains and there are also signs of an ancient citadel on which two later castles were built.


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.


Symi to Piraeus Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 3/25/2024 and 3/31/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 17:30 10:35 17 hours 5 minutes Thu
Blue Star Ferries 17:30 11:40 18 hours 10 minutes Tue
Blue Star Ferries 19:40 13:00 17 hours 20 minutes Sat

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