The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chios to Athens
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£37
Fastest journey
10 h 10 m
Average duration
10 h 10 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Chios to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chios to Athens will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £37.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Chios for Athens every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 03 Mar the direct ferries cover the 215 km distance in an average of 10 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h 10 m .
The slowest ferries will take 10 h 10 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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Compare ferry and flight for Chios to Athens
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Chios to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £37. 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 £37, and a flight costs an average of £35.
Distance: 116 nautical miles (215 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£45 Average Price Cheapest | £72 Average Price |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Chios to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 08:10 | Duration 10h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 23:55 | Duration 14h25 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:45 | Arrival Time 06:35 | Duration 8h50 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Chios to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Chios to Athens ferries for today, Monday 2 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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DIAGORAS | 19:45 Chios | 8h50 | 04:35 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 3 March | |||||
![]() | 01:55 Chios | 13h40 | 15:35 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Chios to Athens by ferry or flight
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Why should you book Chios 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 Seajets or Hellenic Seaways to find the best option for your trip from Chios 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 Chios 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 Seajets or Hellenic Seaways to find the best option for your trip from Chios to Athens.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Chios to Athens.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Chios to Athens
Ferries from Chios to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £35 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 116 nautical miles (215 km) distance in 7h 45m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Chios to Athens are available to foot passengers.



Distance 116 nautical miles (215 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 7h 45m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Hellenic Seaways from Chios to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Chios to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Hellenic Seaways for as low as £35. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Hellenic Seaways
FAQs: Chios to Athens ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chios 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 Chios and Athens
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km)
- To Perivoli (0.5km)
- Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
- Main companies are Lavrio Taxi and Laurium Taxi Services.
- Free
- Bus Line 120, Lavrio Port Stop
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