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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chania to Athens
Cheapest price
£29
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Chania to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chania to Athens will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £29.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Chania for Athens 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 276 km distance in an average of 8 h 53 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 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.
ASTERION II21:009h40Heraklion Port6:40Port of Piraeus£291One-way0 changes
FESTOS PALACE21:009h30Heraklion Port6:30Port of Piraeus£391One-way0 changes- ELYROS22:008h45Port of Souda6:45Port of Piraeus£471One-way0 changes
- BLUE STAR CHIOS4:309h05Heraklion Port13:35Port of Piraeus£521One-way0 changes
WORLDCHAMPION JET8:007h25Heraklion Port15:25Port of Piraeus£801One-way0 changes
- WORLDCHAMPION JET8:007h25Heraklion Port15:25Port of Piraeus£801One-way0 changes
- ELYROS22:008h45Port of Souda6:45Port of Piraeus£471One-way0 changes
- BLUE STAR CHIOS4:309h05Heraklion Port13:35Port of Piraeus£521One-way0 changes
- FESTOS PALACE21:009h30Heraklion Port6:30Port of Piraeus£391One-way0 changes
- ASTERION II21:009h40Heraklion Port6:40Port of Piraeus£291One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Chania to Athens
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Chania to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £20, and a flight costs an average of £35.
Distance: 149 nautical miles (276 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£32 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price |
9h 31m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Chania to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 06:45 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 15:25 | Duration 7h25 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 18:45 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Sun |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 05:45 | Duration 8h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:30 | Arrival Time 13:35 | Duration 9h05 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 8h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:40 | Arrival Time 10:00 | Duration 11h20 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:40 | Duration 9h40 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:30 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Chania to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Chania to Athens ferries for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NISSOS RODOS | 21:00 Heraklion Port | 9h40 | 6:40 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| KNOSSOS PALACE | 21:00 Heraklion Port | 9h30 | 6:30 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| KISSAMOS | 21:30 Port of Souda | 9h15 | 6:45 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
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| BLUE STAR CHIOS | 4:30 Heraklion Port | 9h05 | 13:35 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| WORLDCHAMPION JET | 8:00 Heraklion Port | 7h25 | 15:25 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Chania to Athens 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, Seajets or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Chania to Athens.
- 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 Chania to Athens.
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, Seajets or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Chania to Athens.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Chania to Athens.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Chania to Athens
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Ferries from Chania to Athens run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 31m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £20 if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 149 nautical miles (276 km) distance in 7h 50m. There are 31 sailings per week. Ferries from Chania to Athens are available to foot passengers.
Distance 149 nautical miles (276 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 31 |
Fastest ferry 7h 50m |
First ferry 1:00 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 63 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) from Chania to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Chania to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Anek - Superfast
Seajets
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
FAQs: Chania to Athens ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chania to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Chania and Athens
Most Chania to Athens ferries use the Heraklion Port to Port of Piraeus port pair. Use this guide to compare Chania and Athens ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Chania port do ferries to Athens leave from?
Getting to Port of Souda (Chania) from Chania city centre
Which Athens port do ferries from Chania arrive at?
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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