Astipalea to Athens ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Astipalea to Athens

Showing times and prices for 17 Dec

Cheapest price

£53

Average price

£53

Fastest journey

11 h

Average duration

11 h

Ferries per day

1

Distance

282 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Astipalea to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Astipalea to Athens will cost around £53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £53.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Astipalea for Athens every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed 17 Dec the direct ferries cover the 282 km distance in an average of 11 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h .

The slowest ferries will take 11 h 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.

Blue Star Ferries
15:0011h00
Astipalea
02:00Athens
£531One-way
0 changes

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Compare flight and ferry for Astipalea to Athens

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Astipalea to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £53, and a flight costs an average of £68.

Distance: 152 nautical miles (282 km)

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£53

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£73

Average Price

11h 9m

Average total duration

10h 9m

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6h 30m

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3h 30m

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3h 0m

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Astipalea to Athens ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Astipalea to Athens ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 22:21
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferries15:00 Astipalea
11h00
02:00 Athens0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Astipalea to Athens

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Ferries from Astipalea to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 9m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £53 if you book in advance.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 04:45, the last at 18:00. The fastest ferry covers the 152 nautical miles (282 km) distance in 11h 0m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Astipalea to Athens are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
152 nautical miles (282 km)
Average sailing duration
10h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
£53
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
1
Fastest ferry
11h 0m
First ferry
04:45
Last ferry
18:00
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Astipalea to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Astipalea to Athens with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £53. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Blue Star Ferries

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
11h 0m
Cheapest Price
£53
Blue Star Ferries frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board

FAQs: Astipalea to Athens ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Astipalea 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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Astipalea to Athens can start from as little as £52 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Astipalea to Athens is £56; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Astipalea to Athens ferry travel time is 10 h 50 min   for the 174 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Astipalea to Athens leaves at 01: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Astipalea to Athens leaves at 20: 45.
There are 2 ferries a day from Astipalea to Athens which require at least one change with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Astipalea to Athens with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Astipalea to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Astipalea to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
For the trip from Astipalea to Athens you can take a ferry with Blue Star Ferries. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services from Astipalea to Athens on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Astypalea, which is located around 0.6 miles (881 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Piraeus, located 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a ferry from Astipalea to Athens is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Astipalea to Athens including taking a ferry or flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in Astipalea and Athens

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Athens
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
  • Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
carConnection
Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti Miaouli
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
  • To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
  • Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Piraeus
  • Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station

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