Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus

Showing times and prices for 11 Dec

Cheapest price

£54

Average price

£54

Fastest journey

16 h 20 m

Average duration

16 h 20 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

406 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £54.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Karpathos (Island) for Piraeus every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu 11 Dec the direct ferries cover the 406 km distance in an average of 16 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 16 h 20 m .

The slowest ferries will take 16 h 20 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
18:1516h20
Karpathos (Island)
10:35Piraeus
£541One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare ferry and flight for Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £47, and a flight costs an average of £25.

Distance: 219 nautical miles (406 km)

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£55

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Cheapest

£76

Average Price

16h 36m

Average total duration

15h 36m

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5h 41m

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2h 41m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus ferries for today, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 10:57
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferries15:50 Karpathos (Island)
14h25
06:15 Piraeus0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus

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Ferries from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 36m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.

There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 219 nautical miles (406 km) distance in 14h 25m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus 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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £25
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
219 nautical miles (406 km)
Average sailing duration
15h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£47
Ferries per day
2
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
4
Fastest ferry
14h 25m
First ferry
01:00
Last ferry
23:00
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £25

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Karpathos (Island) to PiraeusYou can travel by ferry between Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £25. 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
14h 25m
Cheapest Price
£54
Blue Star Ferries frequency
2 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

FAQs: Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus 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 Piraeus, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus can start from as little as £42 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus is £56; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus ferry travel time is 13 h 10 min   for the 251 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus leaves at 01: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus leaves at 23: 30.
Yes, there is 1 direct ferry a day from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus 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.
When taking a ferry from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus, you can count on Blue Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Piraeus. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service to Piraeus from Karpathos (Island) and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
The cheapest month to travel from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus by ferry is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Karpathos (Island) to Piraeus including taking a ferry or flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in Karpathos (Island) and Piraeus

Karpathos
Piraeus
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 08:00 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
  • Sunday: Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
12 km
carConnection
Car connection
Epar.Od. Karpathou - Aperiou, Exit to Karpathos Port
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • To Perasma Family Restaurant (0.3km)
  • Acropolis (0.5km)
  • Posidon Taverna (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Karpathos Taxi and Island Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Karpathos
  • Bus Line 1, Karpathos Port Stop

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