The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Agios Nikolaos
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£61
Fastest journey
7 h 55 m
Average duration
8 h 35 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
358 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Agios Nikolaos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Agios Nikolaos will cost around £61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £33.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Agios Nikolaos every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 29 Aug the direct ferries cover the 358 km distance in an average of 8 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 55 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 15 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.
19:009h15Athens4:15Agios Nikolaos£331One-way0 changes
6:307h55Athens14:25Agios Nikolaos£901One-way0 changes
6:307h55Athens14:25Agios Nikolaos£901One-way0 changes
19:009h15Athens4:15Agios Nikolaos£331One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Agios Nikolaos
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Agios Nikolaos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £30, and a flight costs an average of £65.
Distance: 193 nautical miles (358 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£41 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price |
10h 50m Average total duration 9h 50m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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Athens to Agios Nikolaos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival Time 14:25 | Duration 7h55 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival Time 15:45 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:59 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 9h01 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 04:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 03:50 | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 05:00 | Duration 14h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 17:20 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Athens to Agios Nikolaos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Agios Nikolaos ferries for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:00 Athens | 9h50 | 3:50 Agios Nikolaos | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:00 Athens | 9h50 | 4:50 Agios Nikolaos | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:00 Athens | 9h00 | 6:00 Agios Nikolaos | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:59 Athens | 9h01 | 7:00 Agios Nikolaos | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 29 August | |||||
![]() | 6:30 Athens | 7h55 | 14:25 Agios Nikolaos | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Athens to Agios Nikolaos by ferry or flight
Compare ferry and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Agios Nikolaos
Ferries from Athens to Agios Nikolaos run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 50m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:45, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 193 nautical miles (358 km) distance in 7h 50m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Agios Nikolaos are available to foot passengers.

Distance 193 nautical miles (358 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 7h 50m |
First ferry 0:45 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Athens to Agios NikolaosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Agios Nikolaos with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Athens to Agios Nikolaos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Agios Nikolaos 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 Agios Nikolaos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Agios Nikolaos
Most Athens to Agios Nikolaos ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Heraklion Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Agios Nikolaos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Agios Nikolaos leave from?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.

