The cheapest and fastest ferries from Kavala to Athens
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
13 h 15 m
Average duration
13 h 53 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
334 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Kavala to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kavala to Athens will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £55.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Kavala for Athens every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 02 Jun the direct ferries cover the 334 km distance in an average of 13 h 53 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 13 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 14 h 30 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.
15:0013h15Kavala4:15Athens£551One-way0 changes
19:0013h15Kavala8:15Athens£551One-way0 changes
14:3014h30Kavala5:00Athens£581One-way0 changes
13:3014h30Kavala4:00Athens£601One-way0 changes
15:0013h15Kavala4:15Athens£551One-way0 changes
19:0013h15Kavala8:15Athens£551One-way0 changes
14:3014h30Kavala5:00Athens£581One-way0 changes
13:3014h30Kavala4:00Athens£601One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Kavala to Athens
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kavala to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £55, and a flight costs an average of £43.
Distance: 180 nautical miles (334 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£61 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price |
17h 59m Average total duration 16h 59m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Kavala to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:20 | Arrival Time 22:15 | Duration 13h55 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 21:55 | Duration 26h25 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 14:30 | Arrival Time 05:00 | Duration 14h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 04:00 | Duration 14h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 08:15 | Duration 13h15 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 03:25 | Duration 41h25 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 04:15 | Duration 13h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 03:00 | Duration 14h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 15:35 | Duration 24h35 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 22:45 | Duration 25h45 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 20:15 | Duration 25h45 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Kavala to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Kavala to Athens ferries for today, Monday 1 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:00 Kavala | 14h00 | 3:00 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Kavala to Athens by ferry or flight
Compare ferry and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Kavala to Athens ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Seajets?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Seajets, but also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries or Aegean Sea Lines to find the best option for your trip from Kavala 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 Seajets with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Kavala to Athens.
Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries or Aegean Sea Lines to find the best option for your trip from Kavala to Athens.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Kavala to Athens.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Kavala to Athens
Ferries from Kavala to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 59m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £43 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 180 nautical miles (334 km) distance in 13h 15m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Kavala to Athens are available to foot passengers.



Distance 180 nautical miles (334 km) |
Average sailing duration 16h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 13h 15m |
First ferry 0:15 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 6 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines from Kavala to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Kavala to Athens with Seajets, Blue Star Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines for as low as £43. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Seajets
Blue Star Ferries
Aegean Sea Lines
FAQs: Kavala to Athens ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kavala 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 Kavala and Athens
- 08:00-20:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 09:00-18:00
- Free WiFi
- Psaraki (0.3km)
- To Koutoukaki (0.5km)
- Sousouro (0.7km)
- Main companies are Kavala Taxi and Radio Taxi Kavala.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Kavala Port Stop
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km)
- To Perivoli (0.5km)
- Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
- Main companies are Lavrio Taxi and Laurium Taxi Services.
- Free
- Bus Line 120, Lavrio Port Stop
- 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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