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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Plaka
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£42
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
5 h 5 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Plaka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Plaka will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £40.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Plaka every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 10 Dec the direct ferries cover the 151 km distance in an average of 5 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest ferries will take 6 h 10 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 Plaka
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Plaka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £41.
Distance: 81 nautical miles (151 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£40 Average Price Cheapest | £101 Average Price |
5h 51m Average total duration 4h 51m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
 Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Athens to Plaka Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 02:35 | Duration 4h35 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Aegean Sea Lines | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 21:20 | Duration 7h20 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 01:00 | Duration 4h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Athens to Plaka ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Plaka ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:00 Athens | 6h10 | 10:10 Plaka | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Athens | 4h00 | 22:00 Plaka | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Plaka
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Ferries from Athens to Plaka run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 22:50. The fastest ferry covers the 81 nautical miles (151 km) distance in 4h 0m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Plaka are available to foot passengers.
Distance 81 nautical miles (151 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 4h 0m |
First ferry 00:40 |
Last ferry 22:50 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Aegean Sea Lines from Athens to PlakaYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Plaka with Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Aegean Sea Lines for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Seajets
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Aegean Sea Lines
FAQs: Athens to Plaka ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Plaka 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 Plaka, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Plaka
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket 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
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