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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chios to Athens
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h
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 £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £44.
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 Fri 17 Jul the direct ferries cover the 215 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest ferries will take 7 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.
ARIADNE9:557h00Chios16:55Port of Piraeus£441One-way0 changes
- ARIADNE9:557h00Chios16:55Port of Piraeus£441One-way0 changes
Travel Information
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 £36. 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 £36, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 116 nautical miles (215 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£43 Average Price Cheapest | £81 Average Price |
8h 57m Average total duration 7h 57m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 56m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Chios to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:55 | Arrival Time 18:55 | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 08:10 | Duration 10h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:05 | Arrival Time 10:40 | Duration 7h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:25 | Arrival Time 19:25 | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:55 | Arrival Time 16:55 | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 23:55 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 6h05 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Chios to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Chios 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 SAMOS | 22:00 Chios | 8h00 | 6:00 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
| ARIADNE | 9:55 Chios | 7h00 | 16:55 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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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
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Ferries from Chios to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 57m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £23 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 7h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 7h 45m |
First ferry 1:00 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 £23. 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
Most Chios to Athens ferries use the Chios to Port of Piraeus port pair, with some services arriving at Lavrio. Use this guide to compare Chios and Athens ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries from Chios 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.
Getting to Lavrio from Athens city centre
Lavrio port facilities and services
Lavrio has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km), To Perivoli (0.5km), Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lavrio.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lavrio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lavrio.
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