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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ikaria to Athens

Showing times and prices for 02 Dec

Cheapest price

£43

Average price

£48

Fastest journey

6 h 5 m

Average duration

6 h 50 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

214 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ikaria to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ikaria to Athens will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £43.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Ikaria for Athens every day 2 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 214 km distance in an average of 6 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 5 m .

The slowest ferries will take 7 h 35 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 Ferries
16:006h05
Ikaria
22:05Athens
£431One-way
0 changes
Seajets
09:007h35
Ikaria
16:35Athens
£521One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare ferry and flight for Ikaria to Athens

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Ikaria to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £43, and a flight costs an average of £49.

Distance: 115 nautical miles (214 km)

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£49

Average Price

Cheapest

£106

Average Price

8h 20m

Average total duration

7h 20m

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

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3h 0m

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Blue Star Ferries

Most popular ferry company

Olympic Air

Most popular airline

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Live departures

Ikaria to Athens ferry times

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

Last updated at 04:06
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
seajets09:00 Ikaria
7h35
16:35 Athens0 changesdirect
seajets09:55 Ikaria
8h15
18:10 Athens0 changesdirect
blue_star_ferries15:20 Ikaria
6h55
22:15 Athens0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Ikaria to Athens

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Ferries from Ikaria to Athens run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.

There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 115 nautical miles (214 km) distance in 5h 55m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Ikaria 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
Distance
115 nautical miles (214 km)
Average sailing duration
7h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
£43
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
5
Fastest ferry
5h 55m
First ferry
00:45
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 from Ikaria to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Ikaria to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as £43. 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
5h 55m
Cheapest Price
£43
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
7h 35m
Cheapest Price
£52
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

FAQs: Ikaria to Athens ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ikaria 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 Ikaria (Island) to Athens can start from as little as £42 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Ikaria (Island) to Athens is £51; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Ikaria (Island) to Athens ferry travel time is 5 h 55 min   for the 132 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Ikaria (Island) to Athens leaves at 00: 10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Ikaria (Island) to Athens leaves at 22: 45.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Ikaria (Island) to Athens without having to change trains with Blue Star Ferries. There is 1 direct ferry from Ikaria (Island) to Athens each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Ikaria (Island) to Athens with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Ikaria (Island) to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Ikaria (Island) to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries. 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 journey from Ikaria (Island) to Athens you can take a ferry with Blue Star Ferries. Be sure to check out all possible ferry operators that offer services from Ikaria (Island) to Athens on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Agios Kirikos, which is located around 21.9 miles (35.4 km) 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 to travel from Ikaria (Island) to Athens by ferry is January.
You have options as you can travel between Ikaria (Island) and Athens 2 different ways: ferry or flight.

popular ferry ports

Important Stations and Airports in Ikaria and Athens

Ikaria
Athens
The major port for departures in Ikaria is Agios Kirikos. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Agios Kirikos for your trip from Ikaria to Athens.
Amenities at port
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
16 km
carConnection
Car connection
Epar.Od. Agiou Kirikou - Christos Rachon, no specific exit
Dining
Dining
  • To Steki tou Kalofagadon (0.3km)
  • Ouzeri Taverna (0.4km)
  • Restaurant Kritikos (0.6km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Ikaria Taxi and Ikaria Transfer Services.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Agios Kirikos
  • Bus line 1, Agios Kirykos stop
Amenities at port
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
7 km
carConnection
Car connection
Epar.Od. Evdilou-Karvouniou
Dining
Dining
  • To Steki tou Kalofagadon (0.3km)
  • Taverna Klimataria (0.4km)
  • Restaurant Platanos (0.5km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Ikaria Taxi and Evdilos Taxi Service.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Evdilos
  • Bus line 1, Evdilos stop

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