The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Syros
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Ferries per day
6
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Syros is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Syros will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £33.
Of the 6 ferries that leave Athens for Syros every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 12 Jul the direct ferries cover the 121 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest ferries will take 3 h 35 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 PAROS7:304h05Port of Piraeus11:35Port of Syros£331One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR 117:303h30Port of Piraeus21:00Port of Syros£421One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR MYCONOS7:153h35Port of Piraeus10:50Port of Syros£421One-way0 changes
CHAMPION JET 215:002h15Port of Piraeus17:15Port of Syros£531One-way0 changes
WORLDCHAMPION JET9:302h00Port of Piraeus11:30Port of Syros£531One-way0 changes
WORLDCHAMPION JET9:302h00Port of Piraeus11:30Port of Syros£531One-way0 changes
EUROCHAMPION JET7:002h05Port of Piraeus9:05Port of Syros£531One-way0 changes
CHAMPION JET 215:002h15Port of Piraeus17:15Port of Syros£531One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR 117:303h30Port of Piraeus21:00Port of Syros£421One-way0 changes
BLUE STAR MYCONOS7:153h35Port of Piraeus10:50Port of Syros£421One-way0 changes
Athens to Syros Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 09:05 | Duration 2h05 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:15 | Arrival Time 10:50 | Duration 3h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 22:10 | Duration 5h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 21:45 | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival Time 11:35 | Duration 4h05 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 12:35 | Duration 5h35 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 11:30 | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
Athens to Syros ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Syros ferries for tomorrow, Sunday 12 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EUROCHAMPION JET | 7:00 Port of Piraeus | 2h05 | 9:05 Port of Syros | 0 changesdirect | |
BLUE STAR MYCONOS | 7:15 Port of Piraeus | 3h35 | 10:50 Port of Syros | 0 changesdirect | |
BLUE STAR PAROS | 7:30 Port of Piraeus | 4h05 | 11:35 Port of Syros | 0 changesdirect | |
WORLDCHAMPION JET | 9:30 Port of Piraeus | 2h00 | 11:30 Port of Syros | 0 changesdirect | |
CHAMPION JET 2 | 15:00 Port of Piraeus | 2h15 | 17:15 Port of Syros | 0 changesdirect | |
BLUE STAR 1 | 17:30 Port of Piraeus | 3h30 | 21:00 Port of Syros | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Syros
Ferries from Athens to Syros run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:35. The fastest ferry covers the 65 nautical miles (121 km) distance in 2h 5m. There are 27 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Syros are available to foot passengers.




Distance 65 nautical miles (121 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 27 |
Fastest ferry 2h 5m |
First ferry 0:05 |
Last ferry 23:35 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Fast Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) from Athens to SyrosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Syros with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Fast Ferries, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) for as low as £16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Athens to Syros ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Syros 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 Syros, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Syros
Most Athens to Syros ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Port of Syros port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Syros ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Syros 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.
Getting to Lavrio from Athens city centre
Lavrio port facilities and services
Lavrio has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km), To Perivoli (0.5km), Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lavrio.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lavrio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lavrio.
Which Syros port do ferries from Athens arrive at?
Getting to Port of Syros from Syros city centre
Port of Syros is 2 km from Syros city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Syros port facilities and services
Port of Syros has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Limani (0.2km), Asteria Beach Bar (0.4km), Kouzina (0.6km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Syros.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Syros: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Syros.
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