The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rethymno to Piraeus
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rethymno to Piraeus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rethymno to Piraeus will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £38.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Rethymno for Piraeus every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, 10 Nov the direct ferries cover the 297 km distance in an average of 9 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 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 ferry and flight for Rethymno to Piraeus
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Rethymno to Piraeus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £26.
Distance: 160 nautical miles (297 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£32 Average Price Cheapest | £71 Average Price |
9h 53m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Rethymno to Piraeus ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Rethymno to Piraeus ferries for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:00 Rethymno | 9h15 | 03:15 Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rethymno to Piraeus
Ferries from Rethymno to Piraeus run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 53m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 160 nautical miles (297 km) distance in 8h 45m. There are 16 sailings per week. Ferries from Rethymno to Piraeus are available to foot passengers.



Distance 160 nautical miles (297 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 16 |
Fastest ferry 8h 45m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Anek - Superfast, Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Rethymno to PiraeusYou can travel by ferry between Rethymno to Piraeus with Anek - Superfast, Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as £21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Anek - Superfast
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
FAQs: Rethymno to Piraeus ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rethymno to Piraeus 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 Piraeus, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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