Chios to Athens ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chios to Athens

Showing times and prices for 02 Dec

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

10 h 10 m

Average duration

10 h 10 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

215 km

Cheap tickets

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 £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £40.

Fast ferries

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 02 Dec 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.

Blue Star FerriesNISSOS SAMOS
22:0010h10
Chios
08:10Port of Piraeus
£401One-way
0 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 £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £30.

Distance: 116 nautical miles (215 km)

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£45

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Cheapest

£93

Average Price

9h 0m

Average total duration

8h 0m

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1h 0m

Additional time*

3h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

51m

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3h 0m

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Chios to Athens Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
08:50
Arrival Time
23:15
Duration
14h25
Sailing Days
Thu
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
11:05
Arrival Time
00:50
Duration
13h45
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
21:45
Arrival Time
06:35
Duration
8h50
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Fri

Live departures

Chios to Athens ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Chios to Athens ferries for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 04:04
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferriesDIAGORAS19:45 Chios
8h50
04:35 Port of Piraeus0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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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 8h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.

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 6h 5m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Chios to Athens are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Official Omio partners on this route
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Hellenic Seaways
Distance
116 nautical miles (215 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
8
Fastest ferry
6h 5m
First ferry
01:00
Last ferry
23:55
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

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 £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Blue Star Ferries

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 35m
Cheapest Price
£37
Blue Star Ferries frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board

Seajets

About
Seajets is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed catamaran ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea. The company was founded in 2000 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Seajets operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands. They offer frequent daily departures and a wide range of routes, making it a convenient and efficient way to travel between the islands.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 5m
Cheapest Price
£24
Seajets frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations allowed up to 24 hours before departure with fees
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria and bar available with snacks and beverages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Basic cabins available on longer routes
Car on board

Hellenic Seaways

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 10m
Cheapest Price
£84
Hellenic Seaways frequency
1 a day

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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Chios to Athens can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Chios to Athens is £41; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Chios to Athens is 5 h 45 min   to travel the 133 mile long route, with around there are 2 ferries per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Chios to Athens leaves at 01: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Chios to Athens leaves at 23: 45.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Chios to Athens without having to change trains with Blue Star Ferries. There is 1 direct ferry from Chios to Athens each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Chios to Athens with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Chios to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries or Seajets.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Chios to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries or Seajets. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
For the trip from Chios to Athens you can take a ferry with Blue Star Ferries or Seajets. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services from Chios to Athens on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Chios, which is located around 0.3 miles (502 m) 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.

The cheapest month for a ferry from Chios to Athens is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Athens from Chios including taking a ferry or flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in Chios and Athens

Chios
Athens
LavrioWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
carConnection
Car connection
Leoforos Lavriou, Exit 2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km)
  • To Perivoli (0.5km)
  • Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Lavrio Taxi and Laurium Taxi Services.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Lavrio
  • Bus Line 120, Lavrio Port Stop
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
  • Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
carConnection
Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti Miaouli
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
  • To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
  • Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Piraeus
  • Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station

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