Athens to Galatas ferry - Times and cheap Hellenic Seaways ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Galatas

Showing times and prices for 12 Apr

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£30

Fastest journey

9 h 15 m

Average duration

9 h 15 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

277 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Athens to Galatas will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £30.

Fast ferries

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

On Sun 12 Apr the direct ferries cover the 277 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 15 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.

  • Blue Star Ferries
    19:009h15
    Athens
    4:15Galatas
    £301One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and ferry for Athens to Galatas

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Athens to Galatas among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a ferry costs an average of £21.

Distance: 149 nautical miles (277 km)

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Coach

£27

Average Price

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

10h 44m

Average total duration

9h 44m

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Fastest

2h 30m

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30m

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Direct Options

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Athens to Galatas Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Seajets
Departure Time
09:30
Arrival Time
17:25
Duration
7h55
Sailing Days
Sat

Compare prices and tickets Athens to Galatas by coach or ferry

Compare coach and ferry 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 Galatas

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Ferries from Athens to Galatas run on average 3 times per day, taking around 9h 44m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.

There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 04:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 149 nautical miles (277 km) distance in 9h 15m. There are 15 sailings per week.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13
Official Omio partners on this route
Hellenic Seaways
Distance
149 nautical miles (277 km)
Average sailing duration
9h 44m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Ferries per day
3
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
15
Fastest ferry
9h 15m
First ferry
4:30
Last ferry
23:45
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £13

Ferry operators: Hellenic Seaways from Athens to GalatasYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Galatas with Hellenic Seaways for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Hellenic Seaways

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
£66
Hellenic Seaways frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Athens to Galatas ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Galatas 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 Galatas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Athens to Galatas can start from as little as £21 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Athens to Galatas is £27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Athens to Galatas is 9h 15m to travel the 277 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Athens to Galatas leaves at 4:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Athens to Galatas leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 3 direct ferries a day from Athens to Galatas with Hellenic Seaways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Athens to Galatas.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Athens to Galatas.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Athens to Galatas is possible with . 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.
When taking a ferry from Athens to Galatas, you can count on Hellenic Seaways for the best way to get you to Galatas. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Athens and Galatas and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Galatas from Athens is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Athens to Galatas is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Athens and Galatas including taking a coach and ferry.

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Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Galatas

Athens
Galatas
Port of PiraeusWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
10, Akti Miaouli str, Pireas 185 38, Greece
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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