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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rhodes to Athens
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£64
Fastest journey
15 h 25 m
Average duration
17 h 8 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rhodes to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rhodes to Athens will cost around £64 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £54.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Rhodes 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 Tue 06 Jan the direct ferries cover the 433 km distance in an average of 17 h 8 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 15 h 25 m .
The slowest ferries will take 18 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 Rhodes to Athens
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Rhodes to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £42, and a flight costs an average of £40.
Distance: 233 nautical miles (433 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£72 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price |
25h 10m Average total duration 24h 10m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Rhodes to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 10:40 | Duration 18h40 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Rhodes to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Rhodes to Athens ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday 6 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 Rhodes | 18h15 | 06:15 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:00 Rhodes | 15h25 | 05:25 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rhodes to Athens
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Ferries from Rhodes to Athens run on average 2 times per day, taking around 24h 10m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £40 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:58. The fastest ferry covers the 233 nautical miles (433 km) distance in 12h 15m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Rhodes to Athens are available to foot passengers.
Distance 233 nautical miles (433 km) |
Average sailing duration 24h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 12h 15m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:58 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos from Rhodes to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Rhodes to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos for as low as £40. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Aegeon Pelagos
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Rhodes to Athens ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rhodes 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.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Rhodes, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Piraeus, located 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Rhodes and Athens
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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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