The cheapest and fastest ferries from Poros to Athens
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 5 m
Average duration
1 h 48 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
59 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Poros to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poros to Athens will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £15.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Poros for Athens every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 21 Mar the direct ferries cover the 59 km distance in an average of 1 h 48 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest ferries will take 2 h 50 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 coach and ferry for Poros to Athens
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Poros to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, and a ferry costs an average of £15.
Distance: 31 nautical miles (59 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Coach |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 1m Average total duration 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Poros to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 13:05 | Arrival Time 14:05 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 15:50 | Arrival Time 16:50 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:05 | Arrival Time 09:10 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 18:05 | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Live departures
Poros to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Poros to Athens ferries for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FLYINGCAT 3 | 13:50 Port of Poros | 1h00 | 14:50 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 15:00 Port of Poros | 1h05 | 16:05 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
MAGIC 3 | 16:00 Port of Poros | 1h00 | 17:00 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
![]() | 06:05 Poros | 1h05 | 07:10 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:20 Poros | 2h50 | 14:10 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Poros to Athens ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Alpha Lines, Aegean Flying Dolphins or Magic Sea Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Poros to Athens.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Poros to Athens.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Alpha Lines, Aegean Flying Dolphins or Magic Sea Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Poros to Athens.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Poros to Athens.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Poros to Athens
Ferries from Poros to Athens run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £15 but you can travel from only £13 by coach.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:00, the last at 21:05. The fastest ferry covers the 31 nautical miles (59 km) distance in 1h 0m. There are 27 sailings per week. Ferries from Poros to Athens are available to foot passengers.






Distance 31 nautical miles (59 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 27 |
Fastest ferry 1h 0m |
First ferry 06:00 |
Last ferry 21:05 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Alpha Lines, Aegean Flying Dolphins, Magic Sea Ferries , Hellenic Seaways from Poros to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Poros to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Alpha Lines, Aegean Flying Dolphins, Magic Sea Ferries , Hellenic Seaways for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus)
Magic Sea Ferries
Alpha Lines
Aegean Flying Dolphins
Hellenic Seaways
FAQs: Poros to Athens ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poros to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Poros and Athens
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
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