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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chania to Piraeus
Cheapest price
£30
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 9 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Chania to Piraeus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chania to Piraeus will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £30.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Chania for Piraeus every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon 18 May the direct ferries cover the 273 km distance in an average of 9 h 9 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 55 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 II21:009h55Heraklion Port6:55Port of Piraeus£301One-way0 changes
FESTOS PALACE21:009h30Heraklion Port6:30Port of Piraeus£321One-way0 changes- KISSAMOS21:009h20Port of Souda6:20Port of Piraeus£481One-way0 changes
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 18:007h50Heraklion Port15:50Port of Piraeus£821One-way0 changes
- CHAMPIONS LEAGUE JET 18:007h50Heraklion Port15:50Port of Piraeus£821One-way0 changes
- KISSAMOS21:009h20Port of Souda6:20Port of Piraeus£481One-way0 changes
- FESTOS PALACE21:009h30Heraklion Port6:30Port of Piraeus£321One-way0 changes
- ASTERION II21:009h55Heraklion Port6:55Port of Piraeus£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Chania to Piraeus
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Chania to Piraeus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £57.
Distance: 147 nautical miles (273 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£33 Average Price Cheapest | £57 Average Price |
9h 25m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Chania to Piraeus Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:45 | Arrival Time 10:30 | Duration 10h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 15:50 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 04:00 | Arrival Time 14:30 | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 05:00 | Arrival Time 12:50 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival Time 15:45 | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 06:15 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 04:55 | Duration 9h55 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 03:55 | Duration 9h55 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:55 | Duration 9h55 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Live departures
Chania to Piraeus ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Chania to Piraeus ferries for today, Sunday 17 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUROCHAMPION JET | 8:00 Heraklion Port | 7h50 | 15:50 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| ELYROS | 21:00 Port of Souda | 9h20 | 6:20 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| ARIADNE | 21:00 Heraklion Port | 9h55 | 6:55 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| KNOSSOS PALACE | 21:00 Heraklion Port | 9h30 | 6:30 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| BLUE STAR DELOS | 23:45 Heraklion Port | 10h45 | 10:30 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect |
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Why should you book Chania to Piraeus 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 Seajets, Anek - Superfast or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Chania to Piraeus.
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Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets, Anek - Superfast or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Chania to Piraeus.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Chania to Piraeus.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Chania to Piraeus
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Ferries from Chania to Piraeus run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £21 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 147 nautical miles (273 km) distance in 7h 50m. There are 28 sailings per week. Ferries from Chania to Piraeus are available to foot passengers.
Distance 147 nautical miles (273 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 28 |
Fastest ferry 7h 50m |
First ferry 1:00 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) from Chania to PiraeusYou can travel by ferry between Chania to Piraeus with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
FAQs: Chania to Piraeus ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chania to Piraeus 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 Piraeus, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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