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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Rhodes
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£75
Fastest journey
14 h 50 m
Average duration
18 h 53 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Rhodes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Rhodes will cost around £75 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £54.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Athens for Rhodes every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, 08 Nov the direct ferries cover the 433 km distance in an average of 18 h 53 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 14 h 50 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 d 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 Rhodes
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Rhodes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £36, and a ferry costs an average of £43.
Distance: 233 nautical miles (433 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£69 Average Price | £69 Average Price Cheapest |
24h 54m Average total duration 23h 54m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Athens to Rhodes Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 24h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 10:20 | Duration 16h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Live departures
Athens to Rhodes ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Rhodes ferries for today, Friday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE STAR CHIOS | 15:00 Port of Piraeus | 24h00 | 15:00 Port of Rhodes | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLUE STAR 2 | 16:00 Port of Piraeus | 16h20 | 08:20 Port of Rhodes | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 8 November | |||||
| 05:00 Athens | 24h00 | 05:00 Rhodes | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Rhodes
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Ferries from Athens to Rhodes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 23h 54m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £36 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 233 nautical miles (433 km) distance in 12h 50m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Rhodes are available to foot passengers.
Distance 233 nautical miles (433 km) |
Average sailing duration 23h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 12h 50m |
First ferry 00:20 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos from Athens to RhodesYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Rhodes with Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos for as low as £36. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Aegeon Pelagos
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Athens to Rhodes ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Rhodes 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 Rhodes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Piraeus, which is located around 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Rhodes, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Rhodes
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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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