Messaria to Athens ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Messaria to Athens

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£44

Average price

£48

Fastest journey

6 h 15 m

Average duration

7 h 53 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

233 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Messaria to Athens will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £44.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Messaria 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 Wed 04 Feb the direct ferries cover the 233 km distance in an average of 7 h 53 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .

The slowest ferries will take 9 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.

Fast Ferries
16:309h30
Messaria
02:00Athens
£441One-way
0 changes
Blue Star Ferries
00:006h15
Messaria
06:15Athens
£531One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight and ferry for Messaria to Athens

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Messaria to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £44, and a flight costs an average of £51.

Distance: 125 nautical miles (233 km)

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Flight

£50

Average Price

Cheapest

£111

Average Price

9h 16m

Average total duration

8h 16m

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Additional time*

3h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

Onboard

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3h 0m

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0.0 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Messaria to Athens Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Fast Ferries
Departure Time
09:00
Arrival Time
19:45
Duration
10h45
Sailing Days
Tue
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
15:45
Arrival Time
23:20
Duration
7h35
Sailing Days
Tue

Live departures

Messaria to Athens ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Messaria to Athens ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 15:33
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferries00:00 Messaria
6h15
06:15 Athens0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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How far in advance should I book ferry tickets from Messaria to Athens?

The best time to book your ferry from Messaria to Athens is 4 days before departure. See how prices for ferries change on the Messaria to Athens route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Messaria to Athens per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your ferry from Messaria to Athens.

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Messaria to Athens

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Ferries from Messaria to Athens run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 16m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £44 if you book in advance.

There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:01, the last at 23:15. The fastest ferry covers the 125 nautical miles (233 km) distance in 5h 35m. There are 22 sailings per week. Ferries from Messaria 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
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
125 nautical miles (233 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 16m
Cheapest ticket price
£44
Ferries per day
4
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
22
Fastest ferry
5h 35m
First ferry
00:01
Last ferry
23:15
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 from Messaria to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Messaria to Athens with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £44. 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 35m
Cheapest Price
£42
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: Messaria to Athens ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Messaria 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 Messaria to Athens can start from as little as £44 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Messaria to Athens is £50; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Messaria to Athens is 5h 35m to travel the 233 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Messaria to Athens leaves at 0:01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Messaria to Athens leaves at 23:15.
Yes, there are 4 direct ferries a day from Messaria to Athens with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Messaria to Athens with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Messaria to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Messaria 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.
When taking a ferry from Messaria to Athens, you can count on Blue Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Athens. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Messaria and Athens and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Athens from Messaria is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 35m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Messaria to Athens is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Messaria and Athens including taking a flight and ferry.

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Important Stations and Airports in Messaria and Athens

Messaria
Athens
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
  • Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
carConnection
Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti Miaouli
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
  • To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
  • Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Piraeus
  • Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
carConnection
Car connection
Via Marathonos Avenue, Exit Rafina
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km)
  • Agoni Grammi (0.4km)
  • To Limeni (0.5km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Rafina Taxi and Taxi Athens.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Rafina
  • Bus Line 314, Rafina Bus Stop

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