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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Rethymno
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£29
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
9 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
9 h 59 m
Ferries on 17 Sept
4
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Rethymno is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Rethymno will cost around £29 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £20.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 4 ferries from Athens to Rethymno, including 4 direct services.
On Thu 17 Sept the direct ferries cover the 299 km distance in an average of 9 h 59 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 11 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.
16:3011h00Athens3:30Rethymno£201One-way0 changes
19:009h15Athens4:15Rethymno£301One-way0 changes- 21:009h50Athens6:50Rethymno£301One-way0 changes
- 18:009h50Athens3:50Rethymno£371One-way0 changes
- 19:009h15Athens4:15Rethymno£301One-way0 changes
- 21:009h50Athens6:50Rethymno£301One-way0 changes
- 18:009h50Athens3:50Rethymno£371One-way0 changes
- 16:3011h00Athens3:30Rethymno£201One-way0 changes
Athens to Rethymno Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 07:25 | Duration 9h25 | Sailing Days Wed, Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 18:15 | Duration 10h15 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 10h15 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 05:25 | Duration 9h25 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival Time 15:45 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:50 | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 03:30 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 03:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 04:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 03:50 | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 23:40 | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 22:40 | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 01:25 | Duration 10h25 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 17:20 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Wed, Sat |
Live departures
Athens to Rethymno ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Rethymno ferries for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16:30 Athens | 11h00 | 3:30 Rethymno | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Athens | 9h50 | 3:50 Rethymno | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:00 Athens | 9h15 | 4:15 Rethymno | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Rethymno
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Ferries from Athens to Rethymno run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 54m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 161 nautical miles (299 km) distance in 7h 50m. There are 29 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Rethymno are available to foot passengers.
Distance 161 nautical miles (299 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 29 |
Fastest ferry 7h 50m |
First ferry 0:20 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Seajets from Athens to RethymnoYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Rethymno with Blue Star Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Seajets for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Athens to Rethymno ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Rethymno 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 Rethymno, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Rethymno
Most Athens to Rethymno ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Heraklion Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Rethymno ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Rethymno 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.
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