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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Chios
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
8 h 38 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Chios is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Chios will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £37.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Chios every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu 05 Mar the direct ferries cover the 215 km distance in an average of 8 h 38 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 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.
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Chios
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Chios among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £44.
Distance: 116 nautical miles (215 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£41 Average Price Cheapest | £73 Average Price |
8h 44m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Athens to Chios Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 04:15 | Duration 8h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Athens to Chios ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Chios ferries for today, Wednesday 4 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NISSOS SAMOS | 18:00 Port of Piraeus | 8h15 | 02:15 Chios | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Athens to Chios ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets or Hellenic Seaways to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Chios.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Chios.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets or Hellenic Seaways to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Chios.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Chios.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Chios
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Ferries from Athens to Chios run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 116 nautical miles (215 km) distance in 8h 15m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Chios are available to foot passengers.
Distance 116 nautical miles (215 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 8h 15m |
First ferry 00:40 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Hellenic Seaways from Athens to ChiosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Chios with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Hellenic Seaways for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Hellenic Seaways
FAQs: Athens to Chios ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Chios 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 Chios, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Chios
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km)
- To Perivoli (0.5km)
- Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
- Main companies are Lavrio Taxi and Laurium Taxi Services.
- Free
- Bus Line 120, Lavrio Port Stop
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