Syros - Athens (Piraeus)

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Syros - Athens (Piraeus)

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Ferry from Syros to Piraeus (Athens)

The Syros Piraeus ferry route connects the Cyclades Islands to Athens and is currently available with 4 ferry operators throughout the year. Blue Star Ferries provide up to 3 daily sailings, Cyclades Fast Ferries provide 7 weekly sailings, SeaJets provide 2 weekly sailings and Minoan Lines provide 1 weekly sailing.

Unfortunately, there is not a high speed ferry from Syros to Athens. However, conventional ferries are still able to transport passengers in a quick time, reaching speeds of up to 21 knots.

Choose between 31 ferries from Syros to Athens each week with up to 5 sailings departing per day. Passengers are welcome to bring their cars onboard this ferry service. However, please note that only 1 vehicle is allowed per booking.

Prices for the ferry to Athens from Syros might vary depending on the season you wish to travel. The cheapest ferry tickets are usually available during off peak, outside of the high season. Please visit our special offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry discounts.

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Syros - Athens (Piraeus) Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets
Average Price $83*
Average Weekly Sailings 6
Average Sailing Duration 2h 16m
Fastest Sailing Duration 2h 0m
First Ferry 04:30
Last Ferry 21:15
Distance 82 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

Syros Guide

Syros Ferry Schedule

The ferry schedule to Syros has up to 223 ferries running per week, across 40 different ferry routes, and provided by 4 separate operators, so there is not one single ferry timetable on offer here. Indeed, ferry timetables can be affected by several different factors, such as seasonal changes, different ferry routes, changes made by the ferry operators, and other such factors, but here at Direct Ferries, we will always give you the most up-to-date information regarding ferry sailings, so you can find the best ferry at the best time for you.

How long does the Ferry to Syros take?

Ferry sail durations to Syros can take anywhere between 25 minutes, to 2 hours and 25 minutes, to 4 hours and 35 minutes, to 6 hours and 45 minutes, to 9 hours and 25 minutes, to 11 hours and 10 minutes, to 15 hours and 40 minutes, to 19 hours, to 21 hours and 15 minutes, and these variations in sail times can be due to many different reasons. These can include different ferry routes, changes to the ferry routes, different ferry operators, changes made by the ferry operators, and external factors such as weather conditions at the time of sail, so be sure to check before you book what your expected sail time will be.

Syros Ferry Prices

How much the ferry to Syros will cost is defined by many distinct factors, such as what time of year you are travelling, which ferry route you are travelling on, which ferry operator you are travelling with, how you are travelling, and so on, so there are multiple ferry fares on offer here. Instead, we recommend checking out our helpful fare finder tool, to find the best ferry at the best price for you, and be sure to sign up to our email newsletter, to be the first to hear about our latest deals and offers.

Syros Port Facilities

At Syros ferry port, you will find many of the modern amenities that you may need when docking, such as a waiting area, luggage storage, information terminals, and there is also plenty of access to the rest of the island from this port, with a taxi rank located outside the port, and access to public buses that run across the entire island.


Athens (Piraeus) Guide

Athens (Piraeus) Ferry

Is there a ferry from Athens (Piraeus)?

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.

Where can I get a ferry from Athens (Piraeus)?

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).

How long is the ferry from Athens (Piraeus)?

Sailing time on a Athens (Piraeus) ferry can vary between 40m and 26h 50m depending on the route, operator and season.

How much do ferries from Athens (Piraeus) cost?

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.

What is the fastest ferry from Athens (Piraeus)?

The fastest ferry from Athens (Piraeus) is on the Athens (Piraeus) - Aegina ferry in 40m with Aegean Flying Dolphins and Hellenic Seaways.

Is there a car ferry from Athens (Piraeus)?

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.

Can foot passengers travel on ferries from Athens (Piraeus)?

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.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus)?

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.

Are there cabins on ferries from Athens (Piraeus)?

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.


Syros to Athens (Piraeus)
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 11/24/2025 and 11/30/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 16:00 20:00 4 hours Everyday
Blue Star Ferries 19:35 23:15 3 hours 40 minutes Fri
Blue Star Ferries 21:15 00:50 3 hours 35 minutes Mon

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