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

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Symi

Showing times and prices for 04 Dec

Cheapest price

£74

Average price

£74

Fastest journey

17 h 15 m

Average duration

17 h 15 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

402 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Piraeus to Symi will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £74.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Piraeus for Symi every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu 04 Dec the direct ferries cover the 402 km distance in an average of 17 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 17 h 15 m .

The slowest ferries will take 17 h 15 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 Ferries
10:0017h15
Piraeus
03:15Symi
£741One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Piraeus to Symi ferry times

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

Last updated at 01:18
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
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blue_star_ferries10:00 Piraeus
17h15
03:15 Symi0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Symi

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Ferries from Piraeus to Symi run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £93 if you book in advance.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 19:45. The fastest ferry covers the 217 nautical miles (402 km) distance in 14h 25m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Symi 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
217 nautical miles (402 km)
Average sailing duration
16h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£93
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
1
Fastest ferry
14h 25m
First ferry
00:40
Last ferry
19:45
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 SymiYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Symi with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £93. 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
14h 40m
Cheapest Price
£74
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 Symi ferries

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

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Piraeus to Symi (Island) can start from as little as £59 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Piraeus to Symi (Island) is £67; 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 Symi (Island) is 16 h 15 min   to travel the 249 mile long route, with around there are 3 ferries per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Piraeus to Symi (Island) leaves at 07: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Piraeus to Symi (Island) leaves at 21: 20.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Piraeus to Symi (Island) without having to change trains with Blue Star Ferries. There is 1 direct ferry from Piraeus to Symi (Island) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Piraeus to Symi (Island) with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Piraeus to Symi (Island) is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Piraeus to Symi (Island) 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.
For the best Piraeus to Symi (Island) ferry to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Blue Star Ferries. However, it's always good to check all possible ferry operators with services from Piraeus to Symi (Island) to compare what amenities they may 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 Symi, located 6.7 miles (10.8 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a ferry from Piraeus to Symi (Island) is February.
You have options as you can travel to Symi (Island) from Piraeus 2 different ways: ferry or flight.

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