The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Kavala
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£56
Fastest journey
13 h 15 m
Average duration
13 h 20 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Kavala is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Kavala will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £55.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Athens for Kavala every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 03 Mar the direct ferries cover the 334 km distance in an average of 13 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 13 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 13 h 30 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 Kavala
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Kavala among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £55, and a flight costs an average of £52.
Distance: 180 nautical miles (334 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£61 Average Price Cheapest | £93 Average Price |
19h 23m Average total duration 18h 23m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Athens to Kavala Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 12:00 | Duration 13h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 18:40 | Duration 26h40 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Athens to Kavala ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Kavala ferries for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:30 Athens | 13h30 | 10:00 Kavala | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:55 Athens | 13h15 | 11:10 Kavala | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
![]() | 14:00 Athens | 13h15 | 03:15 Kavala | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Athens to Kavala 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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Why should you book Athens to Kavala ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Seajets?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Seajets, but also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Kavala.
- 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 Seajets with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Kavala.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Kavala.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Kavala.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Kavala
Ferries from Athens to Kavala run on average 1 times per day, taking around 18h 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £52 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 180 nautical miles (334 km) distance in 13h 15m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Kavala are available to foot passengers.


Distance 180 nautical miles (334 km) |
Average sailing duration 18h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 13h 15m |
First ferry 00:15 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries from Athens to KavalaYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Kavala with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries for as low as £52. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Seajets
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Athens to Kavala ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Kavala 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 Kavala, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Kavala
- 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
- 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
- 08:00-20:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 09:00-18:00
- Free WiFi
- Psaraki (0.3km)
- To Koutoukaki (0.5km)
- Sousouro (0.7km)
- Main companies are Kavala Taxi and Radio Taxi Kavala.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Kavala Port Stop
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