The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Irakleia (Island)
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£47
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£47
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
7 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
7 h 20 m
Ferries on 18 Sept
1
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Irakleia (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Irakleia (Island) will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £47.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 ferries from Athens to Irakleia (Island), including 1 direct services.
On Fri 18 Sept the direct ferries cover the 199 km distance in an average of 7 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 20 m .
The slowest ferries will take 7 h 20 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 NAXOS18:307h20Port of Piraeus1:50Iraklia£471One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR NAXOS18:307h20Port of Piraeus1:50Iraklia£471One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry for Athens to Irakleia (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Irakleia (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £49 For those with little time, consider booking a ferry, which has an average total journey time of 5h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £49, while a ferry costs an average of £49.
Distance: 107 nautical miles (199 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|
£49 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular ferry company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Athens to Irakleia (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 23:50 | Duration 7h20 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 22:50 | Duration 7h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 04:50 | Duration 7h20 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 14:30 | Arrival Time 23:00 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 00:40 | Duration 7h10 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 01:50 | Duration 7h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Athens to Irakleia (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Irakleia (Island) ferries for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:30 Athens | 7h20 | 22:50 Irakleia (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:30 Athens | 7h20 | 23:50 Irakleia (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 Athens | 7h20 | 4:50 Irakleia (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Athens to Irakleia (Island) by ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Irakleia (Island)
Ferries from Athens to Irakleia (Island) run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £47 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:45, the last at 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 107 nautical miles (199 km) distance in 6h 25m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Irakleia (Island) are available to foot passengers.

Distance 107 nautical miles (199 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 6h 25m |
First ferry 6:45 |
Last ferry 21:00 |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Ferry operators: Seajets from Athens to Irakleia (Island)You can travel by ferry between Athens to Irakleia (Island) with Seajets for as low as £47. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Seajets
FAQs: Athens to Irakleia (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Irakleia (Island) 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 Irakleia (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Irakleia (Island)
Most Athens to Irakleia (Island) ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Iraklia port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Irakleia (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Irakleia (Island) 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.
Which Irakleia (Island) port do ferries from Athens arrive at?
Getting to Iraklia from Irakleia city centre
Iraklia is 3 km from Irakleia city centre. Public transport options include:
Iraklia port facilities and services
Iraklia has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: Akathi (0.3km), Maistrali (0.4km), Perasma (0.5km)
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Iraklia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Iraklia.

