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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Thessaloniki
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£90
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 50 m
Average duration
1 d 4 h 18 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
303 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Thessaloniki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Thessaloniki will cost around £90 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £85.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Athens for Thessaloniki every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 17 Jul the direct ferries cover the 303 km distance in an average of 1 d 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 d 3 h 50 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 d 5 h 40 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.
15:0028h20Athens19:20Thessaloniki£851One-way0 changes- 13:0029h40Athens18:40Thessaloniki£891One-way0 changes
- 21:0027h50Athens0:50Thessaloniki£901One-way0 changes
- 20:0027h50Athens23:50Thessaloniki£901One-way0 changes
- 12:0027h50Athens15:50Thessaloniki£941One-way0 changes
- 21:0027h50Athens0:50Thessaloniki£901One-way0 changes
- 20:0027h50Athens23:50Thessaloniki£901One-way0 changes
- 12:0027h50Athens15:50Thessaloniki£941One-way0 changes
- 15:0028h20Athens19:20Thessaloniki£851One-way0 changes
- 13:0029h40Athens18:40Thessaloniki£891One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, ferry and flight for Athens to Thessaloniki
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Thessaloniki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £50.
Distance: 163 nautical miles (303 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
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£90 Average Price | £93 Average Price | £36 Average Price | £18 Average Price Cheapest |
18h 17m Average total duration 17h 17m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Athens to Thessaloniki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 15:50 | Duration 27h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 14:50 | Duration 27h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 18:40 | Duration 29h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 23:50 | Duration 27h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 21:40 | Duration 29h40 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 19:20 | Duration 28h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 00:50 | Duration 27h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Live departures
Athens to Thessaloniki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Thessaloniki ferries for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 Athens | 27h50 | 15:50 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:00 Athens | 29h40 | 18:40 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:00 Athens | 28h20 | 19:20 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:00 Athens | 27h50 | 23:50 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:00 Athens | 27h50 | 0:50 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect |
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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 Seajets to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Thessaloniki.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Thessaloniki
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Ferries from Athens to Thessaloniki run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 17m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £18 by train.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:56. The fastest ferry covers the 163 nautical miles (303 km) distance in 27h 50m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Thessaloniki are available to foot passengers.
Distance 163 nautical miles (303 km) |
Average sailing duration 17h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 27h 50m |
First ferry 1:00 |
Last ferry 23:56 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Athens to ThessalonikiYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Thessaloniki with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as £18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Athens to Thessaloniki ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Thessaloniki
Most Athens to Thessaloniki ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Port of Thessaloniki port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Thessaloniki ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Thessaloniki 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.
Which Thessaloniki port do ferries from Athens arrive at?
Getting to Port of Thessaloniki from Thessaloniki city centre
Port of Thessaloniki is 1 km from Thessaloniki city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Thessaloniki port facilities and services
Port of Thessaloniki has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kitchen Bar (0.3km), Mpakaliarakia tou Aristou (0.7km), Full tou Meze (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the passenger terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Thessaloniki.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Thessaloniki: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Thessaloniki: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
More options for your journey from Athens to Thessaloniki
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Most popular ferries to and from Thessaloniki and Athens
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