Athens to Souda ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Souda

Showing times and prices for 09 Dec

Cheapest price

£38

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

9 h 15 m

Average duration

9 h 15 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

280 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Souda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Athens to Souda will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £38.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Athens for Souda every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue 09 Dec the direct ferries cover the 280 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .

The slowest ferries will take 9 h 15 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.

Blue Star Ferries
18:009h15
Athens
03:15Souda
£381One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare ferry and flight for Athens to Souda

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Souda among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £34.

Distance: 151 nautical miles (280 km)

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£30

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£74

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9h 16m

Average total duration

8h 16m

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Live departures

Athens to Souda ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Athens to Souda ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday 9 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 20:04
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferries18:00 Athens
9h15
03:15 Souda0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Athens to Souda

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Ferries from Athens to Souda run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 16m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.

There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 04:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 151 nautical miles (280 km) distance in 8h 45m. There are 12 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Souda are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Official Omio partners on this route
Blue Star Ferries
Anek - Superfast
Seajets
Distance
151 nautical miles (280 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£21
Ferries per day
4
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
12
Fastest ferry
8h 45m
First ferry
04:15
Last ferry
23:45
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Seajets from Athens to SoudaYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Souda with Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Seajets for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Blue Star Ferries

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
8h 15m
Cheapest Price
£28
Blue Star Ferries frequency
2 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board
Learn more about Blue Star Ferries

Anek - Superfast

About
Anek Lines is a Greek-Italian ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries and high-speed vessels between Greece, Italy and Cyprus.Anek Lines operates a fleet of six ships, providing services on several routes such as: Patras - Ancona, Igoumenitsa - Ancona, Piraeus - Heraklion - Chania and Piraeus - Limassol - Larnaca.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 0m
Cheapest Price
£108
Anek - Superfast frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying fees depending on ticket type
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafeterias, and bars available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas or carriers. Dogs must be leashed and muzzled.
Cabin reservation
Various cabin types available from standard to luxury suites
Car on board
Learn more about Anek - Superfast

Seajets

About
Seajets is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed catamaran ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Seajets operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands. They offer frequent daily departures and a wide range of routes, making it a convenient and efficient way to travel between the islands.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 15m
Cheapest Price
£21
Seajets frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations allowed up to 24 hours before departure with fees
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria and bar available with snacks and beverages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Basic cabins available on longer routes
Car on board
Learn more about Seajets

FAQs: Athens to Souda ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Souda 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 Souda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Athens to Souda can start from as little as £31 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Athens to Souda is £36; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Athens to Souda ferry time is 8 h   covering the 173 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Athens to Souda leaves at 04: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Athens to Souda leaves at 23: 30.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Athens to Souda without having to change trains with Blue Star Ferries. There are 2 direct ferries from Athens to Souda each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Athens to Souda with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Athens to Souda is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Athens to Souda is possible with Blue Star Ferries. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
For the best Athens to Souda ferry to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Blue Star Ferries. However, it's always good to check all possible ferry operators with services from Athens to Souda to compare what amenities they may offer.

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 Souda, located 0.5 miles (841 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Athens to Souda by ferry is January.
You have options as you can travel from Athens to Souda 2 different ways: ferry or flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Souda

Athens
Souda
Port of PiraeusWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
address
Address
10, Akti Miaouli str, Pireas 185 38, Greece
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
  • Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
carConnection
Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti Miaouli
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
  • To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
  • Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Piraeus
  • Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station

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