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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Limnos
Cheapest price on 22 Sept
£40
Average ticket price on 22 Sept
£46
Fastest journey on 22 Sept
6 h 6 m
Average journey duration on 22 Sept
8 h 2 m
Ferries on 22 Sept
3
Distance
198 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Limnos is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Limnos will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £40.
On Tue 22 Sept, we found 3 ferries from Athens to Limnos, including 3 direct services.
On Tue 22 Sept the direct ferries cover the 198 km distance in an average of 8 h 2 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 6 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.
18:009h00Athens3:00Limnos£401One-way0 changes- 17:009h00Athens2:00Limnos£491One-way0 changes
- 20:596h06Athens3:05Limnos£491One-way0 changes
- 20:596h06Athens3:05Limnos£491One-way0 changes
- 18:009h00Athens3:00Limnos£401One-way0 changes
- 17:009h00Athens2:00Limnos£491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry for Athens to Limnos
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Limnos among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £42, while a flight costs an average of £65.
Distance: 106 nautical miles (198 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£42 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price |
8h 43m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Limnos:
A ferry is £22 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Limnos costing on average £65.
Other travel options to Limnos take longer:
Ferry takes on average 7h 43m.
Athens to Limnos Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 04:00 | Duration 15h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:59 | Arrival Time 03:05 | Duration 6h06 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 02:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:59 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 9h01 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 03:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Athens to Limnos ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Limnos ferries for today, Monday 21 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 Athens | 8h15 | 2:15 Limnos | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:59 Athens | 7h46 | 4:45 Limnos | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 22 September | |||||
| 17:00 Athens | 9h00 | 2:00 Limnos | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Athens to Limnos by ferry
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Why should you book Athens to Limnos 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 to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Limnos.
- 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.
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 to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Limnos.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Limnos
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Ferries from Athens to Limnos run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £36 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 03:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 106 nautical miles (198 km) distance in 6h 0m. Ferries from Athens to Limnos are available to foot passengers.
Distance 106 nautical miles (198 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 6h 0m |
First ferry 3:05 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 6 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Athens to LimnosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Limnos with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
FAQs: Athens to Limnos ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Limnos 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 Limnos, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Limnos
Most Athens to Limnos ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Chios port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Limnos ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Limnos 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.
Getting to Lavrio from Athens city centre
Lavrio port facilities and services
Lavrio has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km), To Perivoli (0.5km), Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lavrio.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lavrio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lavrio.
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