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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Thessaloniki
Cheapest price
£84
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 53 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piraeus to Thessaloniki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piraeus to Thessaloniki will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £84.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Piraeus for Thessaloniki every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, 09 Nov the direct ferries cover the 305 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 6 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, ferry and flight for Piraeus to Thessaloniki
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Piraeus to Thessaloniki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a ferry costs an average of £84.
Distance: 164 nautical miles (305 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Train | Coach |
|---|---|---|---|
£98 Average Price | £74 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £37 Average Price |
27h 16m Average total duration 26h 16m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Piraeus to Thessaloniki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Thessaloniki ferries for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 Piraeus | 6h00 | 18:00 Thessaloniki | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Thessaloniki
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Ferries from Piraeus to Thessaloniki run on average 1 times per day, taking around 26h 16m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £84 but you can travel from only £23 by train.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 164 nautical miles (305 km) distance in 5h 30m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Thessaloniki are available to foot passengers.
Distance 164 nautical miles (305 km) |
Average sailing duration 26h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £84 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 5h 30m |
First ferry 06:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Piraeus to ThessalonikiYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Thessaloniki with Blue Star Ferries for as low as £23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Piraeus to Thessaloniki ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus to Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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 Port of Thessaloniki, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Piraeus and Thessaloniki
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 08:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Kitchen Bar (0.3km)
- Mpakaliarakia tou Aristou (0.7km)
- Full tou Meze (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxiway and Taxiplon.
- Free
- Bus Line 31, Stop: OASTH
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