Ferries from
Athens to Aegean Islands
Ferries from
Athens to Aegean Islands
Ferries from Athens to Aegean Islands are available with 3 operators. There are 12 ferry routes. Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Chios and Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilene are popular ferry trips from Athens to Aegean Islands. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Athens to Aegean Islands sail approximately 49 times per week and are available with Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries & SeaJets.
The ferry from Athens to Aegean Islands takes between 4 hours 30 minutes and 36 hours 20 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship that you choose.
The fastest ferry from Athens to Aegean Islands is on the Athens (Lavrio) to Agios Efstratios ferry with Cyclades Fast Ferries in 4 hours 30 minutes.
Yes, there are car ferries available from Athens to Aegean Islands with Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries & SeaJets.
There are approximately 131 miles (211km) and 114 nautical miles between Athens and Aegean Islands.
The price of a ferry from Athens to Aegean Islands can differ by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Athens (Piraeus) to Chios ferry ferry sails approximately 7 times weekly with a crossing time of 8 hours 15 minutes.
Athens (Piraeus) to Mytilene ferry ferries sail about 7 times weekly with a sailing time of 12 hours 15 minutes.
We suggest that you book in advance to ensure that you get the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Please check out our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts available.
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| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
From PiraeusAthens |
To ChiosAegean Islands |
Average price$331.80 | |
From PiraeusAthens |
To MytileneAegean Islands |
Average price$395.06 | |
From PiraeusAthens |
To EvdilosAegean Islands |
Average price$268.97 |
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