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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ikaria to Athens
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
214 km
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 £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £55.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Ikaria 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 06 Mar the direct ferries cover the 214 km distance in an average of 7 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
The slowest ferries will take 7 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.
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 £21.
Distance: 115 nautical miles (214 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£51 Average Price Cheapest | £55 Average Price |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Ikaria to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:05 | Arrival Time 23:55 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Ikaria to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ikaria 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:15 Ikaria | 7h10 | 17:25 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Ikaria to Athens by ferry or flight
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Why should you book Ikaria 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 to find the best option for your trip from Ikaria 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 Ikaria 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 to find the best option for your trip from Ikaria to Athens.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Ikaria to Athens.
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 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
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 7h 5m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Ikaria to Athens are available to foot passengers.
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 7h 5m |
First ferry 00:45 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
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 £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
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.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Ikaria and Athens
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
- To Steki tou Kalofagadon (0.3km)
- Taverna Klimataria (0.4km)
- Restaurant Platanos (0.5km)
- Main companies are Ikaria Taxi and Evdilos Taxi Service.
- Free
- Bus line 1, Evdilos stop
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWC- To Steki tou Kalofagadon (0.3km)
- Ouzeri Taverna (0.4km)
- Restaurant Kritikos (0.6km)
- Main companies are Ikaria Taxi and Ikaria Transfer Services.
- Free
- Bus line 1, Agios Kirykos stop
WifiParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
Ticket Office
- 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
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