Mykonos – Athens (Piraeus)
Ferries to Athens
Mykonos – Athens (Piraeus)
Ferries to Athens
The Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) ferry route is provided by 2 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) takes approximately 3 hours 5 minutes on ferries servicing this route. The ferry duration for the Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) ferry can range between 2 hours 45 minutes and 5 hours 45 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 28 weekly sailings from Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus).
Blue Star Ferries provide 2 sailings daily, 15 sailings weekly. SeaJets provide 2 sailings daily, 14 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Mykonos Port at approximately 00:40 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 20:45. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) is with SeaJets in 2 hours 45 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) usually cost around $203.94.
There are overnight ferries from Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus). The first overnight ferry departs the port of Mykonos at 22:10 and arrives at 02:10.
There are cabins available on ferries from Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) with SeaJets and Blue Star Ferries.
The average price of a cabin on the Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) ferry is $219, with prices ranging from $49 to $1,279.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets.
The average price to bring a pet on the ferry from Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) is approximately $158.
Yes, you can bring your car on the Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) ferry with Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Mykonos Athens (Piraeus) ferry with Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets.
Passengers travelling with SeaJets and Blue Star Ferries can take a maximum of 50 kilograms of luggage per person at no additional cost. Please do not exceed this limit otherwise you may be forced to pay additional fees.
The price of a ferry from Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) can vary between $99.02 and $400.37 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $199.75, with prices ranging from $47 and $368. The average price with a car is $570.21. Car prices can range from $175 to $582. All ferry prices can change from season to season. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees. 1 June 2025
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the Athens (Piraeus) ferry.
First class is available on ferries from Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) with SeaJets and Blue Star Ferries.
Taking a day trip from Mykonos to Athens by ferry is technically possible but not practical due to the long travel time. As you would spend 5 to 10 hours traveling in one day, we suggest that you stay overnight in Athens to make your trip worthwhile.
The best way to travel from Mykonos to Athens depends on your preference for speed or scenery. The fastest option is a direct flight (about 40 to 50 minutes) with airlines like Aegean or Sky Express. If you prefer a scenic route, ferries run frequently from Mykonos to Piraeus or Rafina ports in Athens. High-speed ferries with SeaJets take around 3 hours, while standard ferries with Blue Star Ferries take about 4 to 5 hours but are more smooth and comfortable.
The best way to travel from Mykonos to Athens (Piraeus) is by ferry. With 4 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
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| Mykonos - Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Cyclades Islands | |
| Destination Country | Athens | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets | |
| Average Price | $200 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 4 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 28 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 3 h 5 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2 h 45 m | |
| First Ferry | 00:40 | |
| Last Ferry | 20:45 | |
| Distance | 105 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 June 2025.
One of the most famous of the Greek Islands, Mykonos is incredibly popular with locals and tourists alike, throughout the entire year. Known for its fun party atmosphere, there is still more to Mykonos than meets the eye, with its scorching temperatures, stretches of beautiful beaches, and plenty of areas to hike to and explore scattered throughout the island.
Mykonos ferries are operated by SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Minoan Lines connecting Cyclades Islands, Greece with 27 destinations. Mykonos Ferries sail around 47 times a day and up to 263 times a week.
Ferries from Mykonos to Paros sail approximately 23 times per week with a crossing time of 54m. The average price of a Mykonos - Paros ferry is about $164.
Mykonos ferries sail to Tinos, Syros, Andros, Milos, Heraklion, Chios, Kavala, Vathi, Fournoi, Naxos, Santorini (Thira), Paros, Athens (Rafina), Mytilene, Thessaloniki, Athens (Piraeus), Serifos, Sifnos, Katapola (Amorgos), Ios, Karlovassi, Limnos (Myrina), Evdilos, Sigri, Koufonissi, Folegandros, Agios Kirikos.
The price of a ferry from Mykonos starts at around $392.78. Mykonos ferries can range between $392.78 and $38.24 depending on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship.
The fastest ferry from Mykonos is on the Mykonos - Tinos ferry in 20m with Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, SeaJets.
Car ferries do sail from Mykonos and are operated by SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Minoan Lines, Hellenic Seaways. View our Deal Finder to compare car ferry prices and tickets.
Foot passengers can travel on ferries from Mykonos with Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets, Minoan Lines, Hellenic Seaways, Cyclades Fast Ferries.
You can take your pet on the ferry from Mykonos with Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Minoan Lines. For more information about pet accommodation and fees please view our Deal Finder.
Cabins are available on some ferry routes from Mykonos. Operators that have cabins on ferries from Mykonos include SeaJets, Golden Star Ferries, Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines, Hellenic Seaways. Check our Deal Finder for the best option for you.
There are two ferry ports within Mykonos, but the one that the majority of ferries will sail to is the New Port, which is located roughly 2km away from the main town. There are not many facilities here, apart from basic seating, and toilets, but there is plenty of access to the rest of the island from here, with public buses and sea buses running from here, as well as easy taxi access.
Athens (Piraeus) ferries are operated by connecting Athens, Greece with 66 destinations. Athens (Piraeus) ferries sail around 116 times a day and up to 589 times a week.
Athens (Piraeus) ferries sail to Santorini (Thira), Spetses, Poros (Saronic Islands), Serifos, Paros, Heraklion, Kavala, Aegiali (Amorgos), Oinousses, Psara, Folegandros, Kasos, Tilos, Symi (Simi), Kythnos, Naxos, Mykonos, Milos, Ermioni, Porto Heli, Mesta (Chios), Chios, Koufonissi, Hydra, Syros, Rhodes, Kalymnos, Kastelorizo, Chalki, Sitia, Schinoussa, Sifnos, Kimolos, Ios, Fournoi, Diafani, Nisyros, Agios Kirikos, Katapola (Amorgos), Kos, Leros, Chania, Astypalea, Lipsi, Agistri, Iraklia, Antikythira, Methana, Sigri, Aegina, Tinos, Thessaloniki, Kythira, Limnos (Myrina), Mytilene, Karlovassi, Evdilos, Patmos, Donoussa, Vathi, Karpathos, Anafi, Agistri Myli, Kissamos, Sikinos, Souvala (Aegina).
The price of a ferry from Athens (Piraeus) starts at around $560.76. Athens (Piraeus) ferries can range between $560.76 and $46.21 depending on various factors such as the route, season, operator and type of ship.
The fastest ferry from Athens (Piraeus) is on the Athens (Piraeus) - Aegina ferry in 40m with Aegean Flying Dolphins and Hellenic Seaways.
Car ferries do sail from Athens (Piraeus) and are operated by SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Anek Superfast, Aegean Sea Lines, Saronic Ferries, Anes Ferries, Zante Ferries. View our Deal Finder to compare car ferry prices and tickets.
Foot passengers can travel on ferries from Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways, Alpha Lines, Cyclades Fast Ferries, Minoan Lines, Anek Superfast, Aegean Sea Lines, Saronic Ferries, Anes Ferries, Zante Ferries, Aegean Flying Dolphins.
You can take your pet on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries, SeaJets, Hellenic Seaways, Saronic Ferries, Zante Ferries, Minoan Lines, Anes Ferries. For more information about pet accommodation and fees please view our Deal Finder.
Cabins are available on some ferry routes from Athens (Piraeus). Operators that have cabins on ferries from Athens (Piraeus) include SeaJets, Blue Star Ferries, Hellenic Seaways, Minoan Lines, Anek Superfast, Aegean Sea Lines, Zante Ferries. Check our Deal Finder for the best option for you.
