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

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Zaros

Showing times and prices for 25 Feb

Cheapest price

£30

Average price

£41

Fastest journey

9 h 25 m

Average duration

9 h 41 m

Ferries per day

4

Distance

334 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Athens to Zaros will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £30.

Fast ferries

Of the 4 ferries that leave Athens for Zaros every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed 25 Feb the direct ferries cover the 334 km distance in an average of 9 h 41 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .

The slowest ferries will take 10 h 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 FerriesNISSOS RODOS
21:009h50
Port of Piraeus
06:50Heraklion Port
£301One-way
0 changes
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)KNOSSOS PALACE
21:009h30
Port of Piraeus
06:30Heraklion Port
£401One-way
0 changes
Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR CHIOS
17:0010h00
Port of Piraeus
03:00Heraklion Port
£431One-way
0 changes
Blue Star FerriesKISSAMOS
22:009h25
Port of Piraeus
07:25Port of Souda
£491One-way
0 changes

Athens to Zaros Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
22:00
Arrival Time
07:25
Duration
9h25
Sailing Days
Wed, Thu
Operator
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Departure Time
21:00
Arrival Time
06:30
Duration
9h30
Sailing Days
Wed, Thu
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
17:00
Arrival Time
03:00
Duration
10h00
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
21:00
Arrival Time
06:50
Duration
9h50
Sailing Days
Wed, Thu

Live departures

Athens to Zaros ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Athens to Zaros ferries for today, Tuesday 24 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 00:07
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferries19:00 Athens
9h15
04:15 Zaros0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Athens to Zaros

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Ferries from Athens to Zaros run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.

There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 19:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest ferry covers the 180 nautical miles (334 km) distance in 9h 15m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Zaros 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
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
180 nautical miles (334 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£30
Ferries per day
4
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
4
Fastest ferry
9h 15m
First ferry
19:00
Last ferry
19:00
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 from Athens to ZarosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Zaros with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £30. 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
9h 15m
Cheapest Price
£30
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

FAQs: Athens to Zaros ferries

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

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Athens to Zaros can start from as little as £30 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Athens to Zaros is £31; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Athens to Zaros is 9h 15m to travel the 334 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Athens to Zaros leaves at 19:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Athens to Zaros leaves at 19:00.
Yes, there are 4 direct ferries a day from Athens to Zaros with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Athens to Zaros with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Athens to Zaros is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Athens to Zaros 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.
When taking a ferry from Athens to Zaros, you can count on Blue Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Zaros. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Athens and Zaros and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Zaros from Athens is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Athens to Zaros is July.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Athens and Zaros.

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Important Stations and Airports in Athens and Zaros

Athens
Zaros
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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