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Acropolis Museum
Modern museum presenting Acropolis finds in bright galleries, including sculptures and the Parthenon Gallery with city views.
Cheapest price
£0.98
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
1 h 20 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
35 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Aegina to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aegina to Athens will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £0.98.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Aegina for Athens every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 01 Aug the direct ferries cover the 35 km distance in an average of 1 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:50 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 17:15 | Arrival Time 18:20 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Anes Ferries | Departure Time 10:20 | Arrival Time 11:40 | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Aegean Flying Dolphins | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 12:50 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Anes Ferries | Departure Time 18:20 | Arrival Time 19:40 | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Anes Ferries | Departure Time 14:20 | Arrival Time 15:40 | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 16:45 | Arrival Time 17:55 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 17:10 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 12:40 | Arrival Time 13:50 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 20:40 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Aegina Ferries | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 12:40 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:20 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Aegina Ferries | Departure Time 15:15 | Arrival Time 16:40 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 10:25 | Arrival Time 11:05 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 13:50 | Arrival Time 14:30 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Remezzo Maritime Company | Departure Time 07:20 | Arrival Time 08:40 | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 16:10 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 10:10 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 22:40 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Aegean Flying Dolphins | Departure Time 15:15 | Arrival Time 15:50 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 13:45 | Arrival Time 14:55 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:50 | Arrival Time 21:30 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Aegean Flying Dolphins | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 11:50 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Remezzo Maritime Company | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival Time 13:45 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat, Sun |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 14:50 | Arrival Time 16:00 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 18:15 | Arrival Time 19:20 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival Time 13:40 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival Time 08:10 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 18:10 | Arrival Time 19:20 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:50 | Arrival Time 10:30 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:20 | Arrival Time 11:50 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Aegina Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 16:25 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Remezzo Maritime Company | Departure Time 06:20 | Arrival Time 07:40 | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:20 | Arrival Time 19:50 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Aegean Flying Dolphins | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 07:40 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Aegean Flying Dolphins | Departure Time 10:10 | Arrival Time 10:50 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 11:05 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 18:45 | Arrival Time 19:55 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Aegean Flying Dolphins | Departure Time 18:15 | Arrival Time 18:50 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 18:40 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 14:35 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Olympian Ferries | Departure Time 14:10 | Arrival Time 15:15 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Olympian Ferries | Departure Time 18:10 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Aegina Ferries | Departure Time 08:30 | Arrival Time 09:55 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Aegean Flying Dolphins | Departure Time 09:15 | Arrival Time 09:50 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 17:35 | Arrival Time 18:15 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 07:45 | Arrival Time 08:55 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Olympian Ferries | Departure Time 10:10 | Arrival Time 11:15 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 16:15 | Arrival Time 17:20 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 12:10 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Aegean Flying Dolphins | Departure Time 20:15 | Arrival Time 20:50 | Duration 0h35 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Aegean Flying Dolphins | Departure Time 17:15 | Arrival Time 17:55 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 15:45 | Arrival Time 16:55 | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 21:10 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 19:45 | Arrival Time 20:50 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Remezzo Maritime Company | Departure Time 16:50 | Arrival Time 18:10 | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 14:30 | Arrival Time 15:35 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Aegina Ferries | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 14:25 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Aegina Ferries | Departure Time 19:20 | Arrival Time 20:45 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 18:35 | Arrival Time 19:05 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:50 | Arrival Time 13:30 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Aegina Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 18:25 | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 21:35 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 19:10 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
The table below shows live departures for Aegina to Athens ferries for today, Friday 31 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
F.D. ATHINA | 7:00 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 7:40 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 7:30 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 8:10 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
PHIVOS | 7:45 Port of Aegina | 1h10 | 8:55 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
POSEIDONAS | 9:00 Port of Aegina | 1h10 | 10:10 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
F.D. ATHINA | 9:15 Port of Aegina | 0h35 | 9:50 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 9:50 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 10:30 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
ANTIGONI | 10:00 Port of Souvala | 1h05 | 11:05 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
PANORAMA | 10:10 Port of Aegina | 1h05 | 11:15 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
F.D. XIX | 10:10 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 10:50 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 10:20 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 11:00 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AGIOS NEKTARIOS | 10:20 Port of Aegina | 1h20 | 11:40 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
MAGIC 5 | 10:25 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 11:05 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
ELENI | 11:15 Port of Aegina | 1h25 | 12:40 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 11:20 Agia Marina (Aegina) | 0h30 | 11:50 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
MAGIC 2 | 12:00 Agia Marina (Aegina) | 0h30 | 12:30 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
F.D. XIX | 12:15 Port of Aegina | 0h35 | 12:50 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
ACHAIOS | 12:40 Port of Aegina | 1h10 | 13:50 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 12:50 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 13:30 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
ANTIGONI | 13:30 Port of Souvala | 1h05 | 14:35 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
POSEIDONAS | 13:45 Port of Aegina | 1h10 | 14:55 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 13:50 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 14:30 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
PANORAMA | 14:10 Port of Aegina | 1h05 | 15:15 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AGIOS NEKTARIOS | 14:20 Port of Aegina | 1h20 | 15:40 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
APOLLON HELLAS | 14:50 Port of Aegina | 1h10 | 16:00 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
ELENI | 15:15 Port of Aegina | 1h25 | 16:40 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
F.D. ATHINA | 15:15 Port of Aegina | 0h35 | 15:50 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 15:30 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 16:10 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
PHIVOS | 16:00 Port of Aegina | 1h10 | 17:10 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
ANTIGONI | 17:15 Port of Souvala | 1h05 | 18:20 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
F.D. ATHINA | 17:15 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 17:55 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
ACHAIOS | 17:30 Port of Aegina | 1h10 | 18:40 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 17:50 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 18:30 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
PANORAMA | 18:10 Port of Aegina | 1h05 | 19:15 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
F.D. XIX | 18:15 Port of Aegina | 0h35 | 18:50 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AGIOS NEKTARIOS | 18:20 Port of Aegina | 1h20 | 19:40 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 18:30 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 19:10 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
MAGIC 3 | 18:30 Agia Marina (Aegina) | 0h30 | 19:00 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
APOLLON HELLAS | 18:45 Port of Aegina | 1h10 | 19:55 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
ELENI | 19:20 Port of Aegina | 1h25 | 20:45 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 19:20 Agia Marina (Aegina) | 0h30 | 19:50 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
F.D. XIX | 20:15 Port of Aegina | 0h35 | 20:50 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
ANTIGONI | 20:30 Port of Souvala | 1h05 | 21:35 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
PHIVOS | 20:30 Port of Aegina | 1h10 | 21:40 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
MAGIC 5 | 20:30 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 21:10 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 20:50 Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 21:30 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
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Ferries from Aegina to Athens run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £0.90 if you book in advance.
There are 19 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 18 nautical miles (35 km) distance in 40m. There are 104 sailings per week. Ferries from Aegina to Athens are available to foot passengers.









Distance 18 nautical miles (35 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £0.90 |
Ferries per day 19 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 104 |
Fastest ferry 40m |
First ferry 5:30 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 3 days |
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Modern museum presenting Acropolis finds in bright galleries, including sculptures and the Parthenon Gallery with city views.
Major collection of Greek antiquities, from prehistoric treasures to classical sculpture. A core stop for understanding ancient Greece.
Private museum with Cycladic figurines, ancient Greek art and elegant displays in a refined central setting.
Historic old quarter beneath the Acropolis, with neoclassical streets, steps, churches and easy access to key archaeological sites.
Lively flea market district with lanes, antique shops, street life and a strong local character near the ancient centre.
Wooded hilltop park with walking paths, city panoramas and a classic viewpoint towards the Acropolis and the Aegean light.
A layered bake of aubergine, minced meat and béchamel. It is a beloved Greek home-style classic found in tavernas across Athens.
A flaky pie of spinach, herbs and feta in crisp filo pastry. It is a staple snack and bakery favourite in Athens.
Chargrilled pork pieces, usually served on skewers or in pita. It is one of Athens' most popular quick meals and taverna staples.
Well-known seafood restaurant in Piraeus, popular for fresh fish, fried calamari and classic meze in a bustling port-side setting.
Long-running Plaka taverna serving grilled meats, meze and Greek standards with a traditional atmosphere and live music at times.
Popular grill house famed for succulent souvlaki and skewers, offering a casual local experience near the city centre.
Moderate for Europe: tavernas and public transport are good value, but central hotels and peak-season dining cost more than in many Balkan cities.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated. Round up in cafés and taxis; no large tip is expected.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aegina to Athens by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aegina to Athens ferries use the Port of Aegina to Port of Piraeus port pair. Use this guide to compare Aegina and Athens ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Aegina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Kriton Gefsis (0.2km), Avli (0.3km), Skotadis Restaurant (0.4km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Aegina.
Available at Port of Aegina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Aegina.
Agia Marina (Aegina) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Kriton Gefsis (0.3km), Ouzeri to Steki (0.5km), Avli (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Agia Marina (Aegina).
Available at Agia Marina (Aegina): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Port of Souvala is 1 km from Aegina city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Souvala has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: To Steki tou Gianni (0.3km), Ouzeri Tsias (0.4km), To Limanaki (0.5km)
Ticket office support is available at Port of Souvala.
Available at Port of Souvala: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
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