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

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Plaka

Showing times and prices for 04 Feb

Cheapest price

£37

Average price

£38

Fastest journey

4 h

Average duration

5 h 3 m

Ferries per day

3

Distance

150 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Piraeus to Plaka will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £37.

Fast ferries

Of the 3 ferries that leave Piraeus for Plaka every day 3 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 150 km distance in an average of 5 h 3 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h .

The slowest ferries will take 6 h 35 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 FerriesDIONISIOS SOLOMOS
14:156h35
Port of Piraeus
20:50Port of Milos
£371One-way
0 changes
Blue Star FerriesELYROS
22:004h35
Port of Piraeus
02:35Port of Milos
£381One-way
0 changes
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)FESTOS PALACE
21:004h00
Port of Piraeus
01:00Port of Milos
£401One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare flight and ferry for Piraeus to Plaka

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Piraeus to Plaka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £40.

Distance: 80 nautical miles (150 km)

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Ferry
Most popular
Flight

£38

Average Price

Cheapest

£85

Average Price

7h 15m

Average total duration

6h 15m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

3h 40m

Average total duration

Fastest

40m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Piraeus to Plaka Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
22:00
Arrival Time
02:35
Duration
4h35
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Departure Time
21:00
Arrival Time
01:00
Duration
4h00
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Fast Ferries
Departure Time
14:15
Arrival Time
20:50
Duration
6h35
Sailing Days
Wed

Live departures

Piraeus to Plaka ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Plaka ferries for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 10:26
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
minoan_lines_greece_domestic18:00 Piraeus
4h00
22:00 Plaka0 changesdirect
Wednesday 4 February
fast_ferries04:00 Piraeus
6h10
10:10 Plaka0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Plaka

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Ferries from Piraeus to Plaka run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 22:00. The fastest ferry covers the 80 nautical miles (150 km) distance in 4h 0m. There are 16 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Plaka 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.
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
80 nautical miles (150 km)
Average sailing duration
6h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Ferries per day
3
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
16
Fastest ferry
4h 0m
First ferry
00:40
Last ferry
22:00
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

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Piraeus to PlakaYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Plaka with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £18. 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
16h 40m
Cheapest Price
£18
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

FAQs: Piraeus to Plaka ferries

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

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Piraeus to Plaka can start from as little as £18 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Piraeus to Plaka is £38; 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 Piraeus to Plaka is 4h 0m to travel the 150 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 Piraeus to Plaka leaves at 0:40. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Piraeus to Plaka leaves at 22:00.
Yes, there are 3 direct ferries a day from Piraeus to Plaka with Blue Star Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Piraeus to Plaka with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Piraeus to Plaka is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Piraeus to Plaka 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 Piraeus to Plaka, you can count on Blue Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Plaka. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Piraeus and Plaka and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Plaka from Piraeus is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Piraeus to Plaka is December.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Piraeus and Plaka including taking a flight and ferry.

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