Chania to Athens ferry
1,000+ travel companies
4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chania to Athens
Cheapest price
£41
Average price
£67
Fastest journey
8 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 4 m
Ferries per day
6
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 £67 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £41.
Of the 6 ferries that leave Chania for Athens every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, 16 May the direct ferries cover the 276 km distance in an average of 9 h 4 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 30 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.
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KNOSSOS PALACEELYROSBLUE STAR CHIOSHIGHSPEED 4
CHAMPION JET 3BLUE STAR CHIOSKISSAMOSELYROSKNOSSOS PALACE
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 54m.
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £70 Average Price |
10h 17m average duration 9h 17m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m average duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Chania to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 16:15 | Duration 8h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:30 | Arrival Time 13:35 | Duration 9h05 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:30 | Arrival Time 17:10 | Duration 9h40 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:15 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Live departures
Chania to Athens ferry times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL. VENIZELOS | 18:00 Port of Souda | 9h15 | 03:15 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| ASTERION II | 18:00 Heraklion Port | 9h15 | 03:15 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| FESTOS PALACE | 18:00 Heraklion Port | 9h30 | 03:30 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 16 May | |||||
| BLUE STAR CHIOS | 01:30 Heraklion Port | 9h05 | 10:35 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| HIGHSPEED 4 | 04:30 Heraklion Port | 9h40 | 14:10 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| CHAMPION JET 3 | 05:00 Heraklion Port | 8h15 | 13:15 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Chania to Athens
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Distance 149 nautical miles (276 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 21 |
Number of ferry operators 4 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 02:00 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Anek - Superfast and Blue Star Ferries Chania to Athens
Anek - Superfast and Blue Star Ferries ferries will get you from Chania to Athens from £33. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best ferry times and tickets for your trip.
Anek - Superfast, a prominent ferry provider from Greece, was founded in 2011 as a joint venture between Anek Lines and Superfast Ferries. Their fleet includes modern vessels such as the Superfast XI and Anek's Hellenic Spirit, offering a range of classes from economy to luxurious cabins. Onboard amenities include restaurants, bars, shops, and even swimming pools, ensuring a comfortable journey. Passengers can choose from various ticket types, including options for cars, cabins, and other vehicles. Anek - Superfast is renowned for its top routes, including the popular Patras to Ancona, Igoumenitsa to Bari, and Piraeus to Heraklion routes, connecting Greece with Italy and the Greek islands. These routes are favoured for their efficiency and the high-quality service provided onboard.
Anek - Superfast from Chania to Athens ferry information:
- Average Duration: 8 h 30 min
- Cheapest Price: £110
- Anek - Superfast frequency: 1 a day
FAQs: Chania to Athens ferries
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Souda, which is located around 4.2 miles (6.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Piraeus, located 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre.
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