Sifnos - Lavrio
Ferries to Athens
Sifnos - Lavrio
Ferries to Athens
Magic Sea Ferries provides the ferry from Sifnos to Lavrio. Sifnos Lavrio ferries cost from just $51 and vary based on season, availability and whether you’re going by foot or by car. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry schedules change seasonally. Use our Deal Finder to get the latest ferry ticket information for Sifnos Lavrio ferries.
Getting from Sifnos to Lavrio by ferry is a relaxed way to travel back to the Greek mainland, whether you're heading home, catching a flight from Athens or continuing your journey across Greece. You'll trade the quiet of the Cyclades for the buzz of the capital, with the Aegean stretching out behind you.
The crossing is part of the trip. Settle in on deck, watch the islands slip into the distance, and take in the sea air on the way to Lavrio. Ferries give you room to relax, along with the freedom to bring your car or extra luggage for the journey.
Tip: Sailings from Sifnos to Lavrio are busiest in summer, so booking ahead of time helps you lock in your preferred departure — handy if you have an onward connection from Athens.
Fares between Sifnos and Lavrio vary with the season and the type of vessel — the high-speed catamarans that link the Cyclades are usually quicker but pricier than the conventional ferries, so it's worth comparing both.
Sifnos to Lavrio ferry prices typically range from $51 to $256. The average ferry price from Sifnos to Lavrio is around $126. The cheapest fares usually start from $51. The average foot passenger ticket costs $126. The average price when traveling with a car is $215.
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 July 26.
The cheapest tickets on the Sifnos to Lavrio ferry cost approximately $51. Traveling outside the July and August peak, when the islands are busiest, 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, especially for busy summer sailings across the Cyclades.
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.
Resident discounts are available on some routes. If they apply to the Sifnos 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 make separate bookings.
There are around 5 weekly sailings from Sifnos to Lavrio. Frequencies are at their highest across the summer season, when the Cyclades are busiest, and ease off in winter.
Magic Sea Ferries provide 1 sailing daily, 5 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry from Sifnos to Lavrio usually departs at around 13:40, with the last sailing leaving Sifnos Port at approximately 16:00. The crossing covers roughly 54.1 nautical miles and takes around 3 hours 10 minutes on average, though the high-speed services can be quicker.
Due to the longer crossing time, ferries between Sifnos and Lavrio are generally better suited to a longer stay than a day trip. For ideas on the best things to do in Lavrio, please visit our blog.
Many Cyclades routes are served by fast catamarans alongside the conventional ferries. The fastest ferry from Sifnos to Lavrio is with Magic Sea Ferries in 2 hours 45 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Sifnos to Lavrio usually cost around $126. In peak season, the time saved can be well worth it, when demand for the islands is at its highest.
Yes. In the Cyclades, cars travel on the conventional car ferries rather than the high-speed passenger catamarans, so choose a standard sailing if you're bringing a vehicle. On the Sifnos to Lavrio route, cars are carried by Magic Sea Ferries. Use our Deal Finder to compare live car-ferry prices.
Campervans and caravans aren't currently bookable on the Sifnos to Lavrio ferry. Enter your travel details into our search bar to see the vehicle options available, or to find a nearby route that takes larger vehicles.
Bicycles aren't currently accepted on ferries sailing between Sifnos and Lavrio.
Yes, foot passengers are welcome from Sifnos to Lavrio with Magic Sea Ferries. Traveling on foot is the most common way to island-hop around the Cyclades, particularly on the fast catamarans.
There is no cabin accommodation on the Sifnos to Lavrio ferry, which is typical for the shorter daytime Cyclades crossings.
Some Cyclades routes, particularly those serving the more distant islands, include overnight or late-night sailings, while the shorter hops run through the day. Enter your travel details in our search bar to see whether an overnight option is available on the Sifnos to Lavrio ferry, alongside daytime alternatives. Overnight crossings can take a little longer than the daytime services.
Pets aren't currently accepted on ferries from Sifnos to Lavrio. Please use our Deal Finder to find nearby Cyclades routes that allow pet travel.
Greek island 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 high-speed catamarans where space is tighter. Enter your travel details into our search bar to see the options on the Sifnos to Lavrio ferry.
The Sifnos 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 Cyclades 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 Sifnos 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. In the Cyclades, you'll often find both high-speed catamarans and conventional ferries on the same route, so you can weigh speed against price and pick what suits your trip.
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 Sifnos to Lavrio, the better — especially for July and August, when the Cyclades 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 Sifnos to Lavrio appear on your chosen date, it may come down to the season — many Cyclades services run more often in summer and scale back in winter — or to a temporary timetable change. Occasionally, strong summer meltemi winds can disrupt the fast catamarans, 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. 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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| Sifnos - Lavrio Ferry Route Prices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Foot Passenger | $126 | |
| Average Price with Car | $215 | |
| Average Cabin Price | $139 | |
| Sifnos - Lavrio Ferry Route Summary | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Cyclades Islands |
| Destination | Athens |
| No. of Operators | 1 |
| Operators | Magic Sea Ferries |
| Average Price | $126 |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 5 |
| Average Sailing Duration | 3 h 10 m |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2 h 45 m |
| First Ferry | 13:40 |
| Last Ferry | 16:00 |
| Distance | 54 Nautical Miles |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 July 2026.
The Greek island of Sifnos is one of the Cyclades islands, and lies between the island of Serifos and the island of Milos. It is located to the west of Delos and Paros and around 130 km from Port of Piraeus on the Greek mainland. The island's capital is Apollonia, sometimes called Hora, and was built over three hills in the centre of the island in the shape of an amphitheatre. The town is characterised by its whitewashed houses in the typical Cycladic architectural style. The island's Folklore Museum is based in Apollonia, in Hiroon Square - which means Square of Heroes. One of the most popular visitor attractions on the island is the medieval castle located around 3.5 km from Apollonia. It was built on top of the island's ancient capital and still has the original characteristics of a Venetian fortification. It was established by the Da Corogna Dynasty in around 1635.
The town of Kamares is home to the island's port and during the summer there are ferry services operating to Piraeus, to other Cycladic islands like Serifos, Folegandros, Kythnos, Ios, Santorini and also to Crete.
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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