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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Plaka
Cheapest price
£39
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
150 km
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 £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £39.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Piraeus for Plaka every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 21 Dec the direct ferries cover the 150 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest ferries will take 4 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.
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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 £41.
Distance: 80 nautical miles (150 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price |
7h 15m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Piraeus to Plaka Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 02:35 | Duration 4h35 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 01:00 | Duration 4h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Piraeus to Plaka ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Plaka ferries for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18:00 Piraeus | 4h00 | 22:00 Plaka | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
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 |
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.
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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.
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