Kythnos - Lavrio
Ferries to Athens
Kythnos - Lavrio
Ferries to Athens
The Kythnos to Lavrio ferry route is provided by 4 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Kythnos to Lavrio is approximately 1 hour 40 minutes on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Kythnos and Lavrio cost from as little as $18 but vary based on season, availability and whether you’re going by foot or by car. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Kythnos to Lavrio.
The ferry from Kythnos to Lavrio is a relaxed way back from the whitewashed Cyclades to the Greek mainland, across the deep blue Aegean, reaching Lavrio in around 1 hour 40 minutes — or as little as 1 hour 10 minutes on the quicker sailings.
The crossing is part of the trip — settle in on deck, take in the sea air, and watch the islands slip into the distance on the way to Lavrio. Bring your car and extra luggage, or travel as a foot passenger, ready to continue once you reach Lavrio.
Tip: Sailings from Kythnos to Lavrio are busiest in summer, so booking ahead helps you lock in your preferred departure — handy if you have an onward connection from Athens.
Kythnos to Lavrio ferry prices typically range from $18 to $148. The average ferry price from Kythnos to Lavrio is around $46. The cheapest fares usually start from $18. The average foot passenger ticket costs $46. The average price when traveling with a car is $114.
Prices may vary depending on passenger numbers, vehicle type, route, and sailing time. Please be aware that pricing data excludes service fees and is based on searches from the last 30 days. This was last updated September 26.
The cheapest tickets on the Kythnos to Lavrio ferry cost approximately $18. Traveling outside the busy July and August peak is one of the easiest ways to find a lower fare.
Direct Ferries makes it easy to compare ferry tickets and prices worldwide, so you can find the best deal for your journey. Please visit our Special Offers page to see current discounts on selected routes and operators. Booking early is typically the most reliable way to secure lower fares and better availability.
Yes, Direct Ferries offers a range of discounts throughout the year. Where available, senior discounts are applied automatically during the search process: simply select the relevant age range when entering passenger details.
Students and graduates can get a 5% discount on ferry tickets. To take advantage of the discount, register with our partner Student Beans to confirm your student or graduate status. You'll then receive a discount code to enter during payment.
Resident discounts are available on some routes. If they apply to the Kythnos to Lavrio ferry, a residents checkbox will appear above the search button when you enter your travel details. You'll need to show valid proof of residency at check-in — if you can't, the ferry company may ask you to pay the difference for a non-discounted ticket. Everyone on the booking must qualify for the discount; if not, it's best to book separately.
There are around 13 weekly sailings from Kythnos to Lavrio. Frequencies are usually at their highest across the summer season and ease off in winter.
Magic Sea Ferries provide 1 sailing daily, 5 sailings weekly. Triton Ferries provide 1 sailing daily, 3 sailings weekly. Goutos Lines provide 1 sailing daily, 3 sailings weekly. Karystia Travel provide 1 sailing daily, 4 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry from Kythnos to Lavrio usually departs at around 09:55, with the last sailing leaving Kythnos Port at approximately 20:45. The crossing covers roughly 26.8 nautical miles and takes around 1 hour 40 minutes on average.
With a short crossing time, a day trip between Kythnos and Lavrio may be possible — check the return sailings in our Deal Finder to see if the timings work for you. For ideas on things to do in Lavrio, visit our blog.
Fast passenger services such as hydrofoils and catamarans run alongside the conventional ferries on many Greek routes. The fastest ferry from Kythnos to Lavrio is with Magic Sea Ferries in 1 hour 10 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Kythnos to Lavrio usually cost around $46.
Yes, cars are carried on ferries from Kythnos to Lavrio with Magic Sea Ferries, Triton Ferries, Goutos Lines & Karystia Travel. On many Greek island routes, cars travel on the conventional ferries rather than the fast catamarans, so choose a standard sailing if you're bringing a vehicle. Use our Deal Finder to compare live car-ferry prices.
Yes, you can take a campervan or caravan on the Kythnos to Lavrio ferry, for an average of around $293. As with cars, campervans travel on the conventional ferries, so book a standard sailing and check your vehicle's height and length against the operator's limits.
Yes, you can bring your bike on the ferry from Kythnos to Lavrio with Goutos Lines & Karystia Travel — a great way to explore once you arrive. Availability can vary by vessel, so it's worth checking your operator's policy in advance.
Yes, foot passengers are welcome from Kythnos to Lavrio with Magic Sea Ferries, Triton Ferries, Goutos Lines & Karystia Travel. Traveling on foot is the most common way to island-hop around the Greek islands, particularly on the fast catamarans.
There is no cabin accommodation on the Kythnos to Lavrio ferry, which is typical for the shorter daytime crossings.
Whether an overnight ferry runs between Kythnos and Lavrio depends on the operator and the length of the crossing. Enter your travel details in our Deal Finder to see whether an overnight option is available, alongside daytime alternatives. Overnight crossings can take a little longer than the daytime services.
Pets aren't currently accepted on ferries from Kythnos to Lavrio. Please use our Deal Finder to find nearby routes that allow pet travel.
Greek ferries are relaxed about luggage compared with airlines, and most fares let you bring what you can comfortably carry on board, with racks near the entrances. It's still worth checking your operator's policy for larger or extra items, particularly on the fast passenger services where space is tighter. Enter your travel details into our Deal Finder to see the options on the Kythnos to Lavrio ferry. Our ferry facilities guide explains what's typically on board.
The Kythnos to Lavrio ferry is a domestic crossing within Greece, so there's no immigration check for the sailing itself — one of the things that makes island-hopping around the Greek islands so easy. If you're traveling in Greece from abroad, you'll need a valid passport, and possibly a visa or national ID depending on your nationality and Greece's entry rules. As Greece is part of the EU and the Schengen Area, the exact requirements depend on where you're traveling from.
It's a good idea to keep photo ID handy for check-in, as you may be asked to show it when collecting tickets or boarding. To keep things quick, see our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide before you sail.
Booking your Kythnos to Lavrio ferry is very simple. Enter your departure and arrival ports along with your preferred travel date to view all available sailings and prices. You can also compare alternative routes and departure times to find the option that best suits your schedule and budget.
Look out for early-booking deals and special ticket types such as upgrades or flexi fares that allow changes or cancellations. To keep booking smooth, always enter accurate passenger numbers and vehicle details.
The earlier you book ferries from Kythnos to Lavrio, the better — especially for July and August, when the Greek islands are at their busiest and popular sailings fill up well in advance. Booking ahead secures lower prices and a wider choice of departure times, seating and cabins. Outside the summer peak, there's more availability, though schedules thin out over winter.
If no sailings from Kythnos to Lavrio appear on your chosen date, it may come down to the season — many Greek routes run more often in summer and scale back in winter — or to a temporary timetable change. Occasionally, rough weather can disrupt the faster passenger services, which are more weather-sensitive than the larger conventional ferries. We recommend checking alternative dates, nearby routes, or a conventional sailing if a fast ferry isn't running.
After completing your booking, you'll receive a confirmation email with your travel details. How your boarding pass is issued depends on the ferry operator you have booked with.
Some operators provide boarding passes at the time of booking, while others require check-in at the port terminal. Where available, online check-in can be completed through the Direct Ferries app.
Ticket desks are generally located near the terminal entrance, and our port facilities guide covers what to expect at the port. To prevent delays, we recommend arriving early to allow enough time for ticket collection and check-in, particularly during the busy summer season.
At check-in, you'll need to present your booking confirmation and a valid photo ID, such as a passport or identity card. If you're traveling with a pet, relevant documentation such as vaccination records may also be required.
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| Kythnos - Lavrio Ferry Route Prices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Foot Passenger | $46 | |
| Average Price with Car | $114 | |
| Average Cabin Price | $88 | |
| Kythnos - Lavrio Ferry Route Summary | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Cyclades Islands |
| Destination | Athens |
| No. of Operators | 4 |
| Operators | Magic Sea Ferries, Triton Ferries, Goutos Lines & Karystia Travel |
| Average Price | $46 |
| Average Pet Price | $293 |
| Average Daily Sailings | 2 |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 13 |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1 h 40 m |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1 h 10 m |
| First Ferry | 09:55 |
| Last Ferry | 20:45 |
| Distance | 27 Nautical Miles |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 September 2026.
Located in the western Cyclades group of islands, the Greek island of Kythnos lies between the islands of Kea and Serifos and is around 100 km from the port of Piraeus. The small island, with a land area of around 100 sq. km and a coastline of 100 km, has about 100 beaches although many of them are inaccessible by road. The main villages on the island are called Messaria or Kythnos (known as Chora to the locals) and Dryopis or Dryopida (known as Chorio to the locals). Both villages are characterised by steep, winding streets, often stepped, which are often too narrow for cars. The architectural styles of both villages are slightly different from each. Both are pretty but Chora's houses are mainly flat-roofed, typical of the Cyclades, while Chorio's houses tend to have sloping roofs. An interesting attraction in Chora is its large Greek Orthodox Church.
The island can be reached by ferry from Piraeus and Lavrio. The crossing from Piraeus takes around 3 hours by conventional ferry and 1 hour by high speed ferry. The crossing from Lavrio takes roughly 2 hours. Kythnos is also connected by ferry to the islands of Serifos, Sifnos, Milos, Santorini, Sikinos, Folegandros and Kea.
Lavrio is a town and port located at the tip of the Attiki Peninsular and is not that popular with visitors as it doesn't seem to be mentioned very much in guidebooks about Greece. This is surprising especially given that it is home to the oldest and largest ancient amphitheatre in the country and also to a giant hole that would be popular to visitors who enjoy unexplained phenomena. In ancient times the town was known for its mining and industry and in fact the large columns from the temple of Posideon at nearby Sounion were mined in the town. There are also silver mines in the town that date back to prehistoric times.
Although the town's port is less important than the Port of Piraeus, it still plays an important role in the development of the region. The port can accommodate passenger ferries, commercial boats, fishing boats and yachts and is the perfect port of departure for passenger ferries departing to the Cyclades and to islands in the eastern Aegean.
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