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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Ikaria
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 5 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Ikaria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Ikaria will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £54.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Ikaria every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 06 Mar the direct ferries cover the 214 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
The slowest ferries will take 7 h 5 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.
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Ikaria
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Ikaria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £47, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 115 nautical miles (214 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£55 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price |
8h 5m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Athens to Ikaria ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Ikaria 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14:00 Athens | 7h45 | 21:45 Ikaria | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Athens to Ikaria 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 Fast Ferries or Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Ikaria.
- 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 Ikaria.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Fast Ferries or Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Ikaria.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Ikaria.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Ikaria
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Ferries from Athens to Ikaria run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £40 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 115 nautical miles (214 km) distance in 7h 5m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Ikaria are available to foot passengers.
Distance 115 nautical miles (214 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 7h 5m |
First ferry 02:40 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Seajets from Athens to IkariaYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Ikaria with Blue Star Ferries, Fast Ferries, Seajets for as low as £40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Athens to Ikaria ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Ikaria 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 Ikaria, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Ikaria
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
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWC
- To Steki tou Kalofagadon (0.3km)
- Taverna Klimataria (0.4km)
- Restaurant Platanos (0.5km)
- Main companies are Ikaria Taxi and Evdilos Taxi Service.
- Free
- Bus line 1, Evdilos stop
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWC- To Steki tou Kalofagadon (0.3km)
- Ouzeri Taverna (0.4km)
- Restaurant Kritikos (0.6km)
- Main companies are Ikaria Taxi and Ikaria Transfer Services.
- Free
- Bus line 1, Agios Kirykos stop
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