Piraeus to Chios ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Chios

Showing times and prices for 05 Dec

Cheapest price

£45

Average price

£45

Fastest journey

9 h 50 m

Average duration

11 h 53 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

223 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Piraeus to Chios will cost around £45 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £45.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Piraeus for Chios every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri 05 Dec the direct ferries cover the 223 km distance in an average of 11 h 53 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .

The slowest ferries will take 13 h 55 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 FerriesNISSOS SAMOS
20:009h50
Port of Piraeus
05:50Chios
£451One-way
0 changes
Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR MYCONOS
15:0013h55
Port of Piraeus
04:55Chios
£451One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare ferry and flight for Piraeus to Chios

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Piraeus to Chios among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £24, and a flight costs an average of £36.

Distance: 120 nautical miles (223 km)

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Flight

£43

Average Price

Cheapest

£75

Average Price

8h 25m

Average total duration

7h 25m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

3h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

48m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

Blue Star Ferries

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Piraeus to Chios Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
20:00
Arrival Time
05:00
Duration
9h00
Sailing Days
Thu, Fri
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
15:00
Arrival Time
04:55
Duration
13h55
Sailing Days
Fri

Live departures

Piraeus to Chios ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Chios ferries for today, Thursday 4 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 09:03
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferriesDIAGORAS18:00 Port of Piraeus
9h00
03:00 Chios0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Chios

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Ferries from Piraeus to Chios run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 120 nautical miles (223 km) distance in 6h 0m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Chios 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
Seajets
Hellenic Seaways
Distance
120 nautical miles (223 km)
Average sailing duration
7h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£24
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
7
Fastest ferry
6h 0m
First ferry
01:00
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, Hellenic Seaways from Piraeus to ChiosYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Chios with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Hellenic Seaways for as low as £24. 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
7h 0m
Cheapest Price
£37
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
6h 0m
Cheapest Price
£24
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

Hellenic Seaways

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
9h 50m
Cheapest Price
£84
Hellenic Seaways frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Piraeus to Chios ferries

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

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Piraeus to Chios can start from as little as £24 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Piraeus to Chios is £41; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Piraeus to Chios ferry time is 6 h   covering the 138 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Piraeus to Chios leaves at 01: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Piraeus to Chios leaves at 23: 30.
There is 1 ferry a day from Piraeus to Chios which require at least one change with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Piraeus to Chios with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Piraeus to Chios is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Piraeus to Chios 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.
Take the Piraeus to Chios ferry with Blue Star Ferries. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the journey between Piraeus and Chios as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Piraeus, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Chios, located 0.3 miles (502 m) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Piraeus to Chios by ferry is October.
You have options as you can travel from Piraeus to Chios 2 different ways: flight or ferry.

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