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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Souda
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£20
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
7 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
9 h 22 m
Ferries on 08 Sept
5
Distance
280 km
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 £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £20.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 5 ferries from Athens to Souda, including 5 direct services.
On Tue 08 Sept the direct ferries cover the 280 km distance in an average of 9 h 22 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
The slowest ferries will take 10 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.
AQUA JEWEL10:0010h15Port of Piraeus20:15Kissamos£201One-way0 changes
ASTERION II21:009h50Port of Piraeus6:50Heraklion Port£301One-way0 changes
KNOSSOS PALACE21:009h30Port of Piraeus6:30Heraklion Port£401One-way0 changes- KISSAMOS22:009h25Port of Piraeus7:25Port of Souda£471One-way0 changes
- WORLDCHAMPION JET9:307h50Port of Piraeus17:20Heraklion Port£811One-way0 changes
- WORLDCHAMPION JET9:307h50Port of Piraeus17:20Heraklion Port£811One-way0 changes
- KISSAMOS22:009h25Port of Piraeus7:25Port of Souda£471One-way0 changes
- KNOSSOS PALACE21:009h30Port of Piraeus6:30Heraklion Port£401One-way0 changes
- ASTERION II21:009h50Port of Piraeus6:50Heraklion Port£301One-way0 changes
- AQUA JEWEL10:0010h15Port of Piraeus20:15Kissamos£201One-way0 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 an average ticket price of £31 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £31, while a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 151 nautical miles (280 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price |
9h 38m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m 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 Souda:
A ferry is £39 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Souda costing on average £70.
Other travel options to Souda take longer:
Ferry takes on average 8h 38m.
Athens to Souda 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 Tue, Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 01:40 | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 04:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 03:50 | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 20:15 | Duration 10h15 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 17:20 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:50 | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Athens to Souda ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Souda ferries for today, Monday 7 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 Athens | 9h50 | 3:50 Souda | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:00 Athens | 9h15 | 4:15 Souda | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 8 September | |||||
| WORLDCHAMPION JET | 9:30 Port of Piraeus | 7h50 | 17:20 Heraklion Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| AQUA JEWEL | 10:00 Port of Piraeus | 10h15 | 20:15 Kissamos | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Athens to Souda 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 Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) or Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Souda.
- 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.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Souda.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) or Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Souda.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Souda.
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 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 04:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 151 nautical miles (280 km) distance in 9h 15m. There are 12 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Souda are available to foot passengers.
Distance 151 nautical miles (280 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 12 |
Fastest ferry 9h 15m |
First ferry 4:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Seajets from Athens to SoudaYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Souda with Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Seajets for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Anek - Superfast
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
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.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Souda
Most Athens to Souda ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Heraklion Port port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Souda ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Souda 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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