The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chios to Thessaloniki
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
13 h 35 m
Average duration
13 h 41 m
Ferries per day
6
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Chios to Thessaloniki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chios to Thessaloniki will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £31.
Of the 6 ferries that leave Chios for Thessaloniki every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 18 Jul the direct ferries cover the 373 km distance in an average of 13 h 41 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 13 h 35 m .
The slowest ferries will take 14 h 5 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.
4:2014h20Chios18:40Thessaloniki£311One-way0 changes
3:1513h35Chios16:50Thessaloniki£311One-way0 changes
10:1513h35Chios23:50Thessaloniki£311One-way0 changes
5:1514h05Chios19:20Thessaloniki£341One-way0 changes
11:1513h35Chios0:50Thessaloniki£341One-way0 changes
11:1513h35Chios0:50Thessaloniki£341One-way0 changes
3:1513h35Chios16:50Thessaloniki£311One-way0 changes
2:1513h35Chios15:50Thessaloniki£341One-way0 changes
10:1513h35Chios23:50Thessaloniki£311One-way0 changes
5:1514h05Chios19:20Thessaloniki£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Chios to Thessaloniki
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Chios to Thessaloniki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £31, and a flight costs an average of £33.
Distance: 201 nautical miles (373 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£33 Average Price Cheapest | £126 Average Price |
16h 17m Average total duration 15h 17m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Chios to Thessaloniki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:15 | Arrival Time 15:50 | Duration 13h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 00:50 | Duration 13h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:15 | Arrival Time 16:50 | Duration 13h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:15 | Arrival Time 23:50 | Duration 13h35 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:15 | Arrival Time 14:50 | Duration 13h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:15 | Arrival Time 19:20 | Duration 14h05 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:20 | Arrival Time 18:40 | Duration 14h20 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:20 | Arrival Time 21:40 | Duration 14h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Live departures
Chios to Thessaloniki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Chios to Thessaloniki 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:15 Chios | 13h35 | 0:50 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 17 July | |||||
![]() | 2:15 Chios | 13h35 | 15:50 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:15 Chios | 13h35 | 16:50 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:20 Chios | 14h20 | 18:40 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 5:15 Chios | 14h05 | 19:20 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:15 Chios | 13h35 | 23:50 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Chios to Thessaloniki
Ferries from Chios to Thessaloniki run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 17m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 03:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 201 nautical miles (373 km) distance in 13h 35m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Chios to Thessaloniki are available to foot passengers.

Distance 201 nautical miles (373 km) |
Average sailing duration 15h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 13h 35m |
First ferry 3:00 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Chios to ThessalonikiYou can travel by ferry between Chios to Thessaloniki with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Chios to Thessaloniki ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chios to Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Chios and Thessaloniki
Most Chios to Thessaloniki ferries use the Chios to Port of Thessaloniki port pair. Use this guide to compare Chios and Thessaloniki ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Thessaloniki port do ferries from Chios arrive at?
Getting to Port of Thessaloniki from Thessaloniki city centre
Port of Thessaloniki is 1 km from Thessaloniki city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Thessaloniki port facilities and services
Port of Thessaloniki has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kitchen Bar (0.3km), Mpakaliarakia tou Aristou (0.7km), Full tou Meze (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the passenger terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Thessaloniki.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Thessaloniki: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Thessaloniki: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
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