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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Souda to Athens
Cheapest price
£38
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 9 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Souda to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Souda to Athens will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £38.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Souda for Athens every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 25 Apr the direct ferries cover the 280 km distance in an average of 9 h 9 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 55 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.
ARIADNE21:009h55Heraklion Port6:55Port of Piraeus£381One-way0 changes
KNOSSOS PALACE21:009h30Heraklion Port6:30Port of Piraeus£501One-way0 changes- ELYROS21:009h20Port of Souda6:20Port of Piraeus£601One-way0 changes
EUROCHAMPION JET8:007h50Heraklion Port15:50Port of Piraeus£1031One-way0 changes
- EUROCHAMPION JET8:007h50Heraklion Port15:50Port of Piraeus£1031One-way0 changes
- ELYROS21:009h20Port of Souda6:20Port of Piraeus£601One-way0 changes
- KNOSSOS PALACE21:009h30Heraklion Port6:30Port of Piraeus£501One-way0 changes
- ARIADNE21:009h55Heraklion Port6:55Port of Piraeus£381One-way0 changes
Souda to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 15:50 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:55 | Duration 9h55 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Souda to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Souda to Athens ferries for today, Friday 24 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:00 Souda | 9h15 | 4:15 Athens | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 25 April | |||||
| EUROCHAMPION JET | 8:00 Heraklion Port | 7h50 | 15:50 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| ARIADNE | 21:00 Heraklion Port | 9h55 | 6:55 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| ELYROS | 21:00 Port of Souda | 9h20 | 6:20 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
| KNOSSOS PALACE | 21:00 Heraklion Port | 9h30 | 6:30 Port of Piraeus | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Souda to Athens
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Ferries from Souda to Athens run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 04:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 151 nautical miles (280 km) distance in 8h 31m. There are 14 sailings per week. Ferries from Souda to Athens are available to foot passengers.
Distance 151 nautical miles (280 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 14 |
Fastest ferry 8h 31m |
First ferry 4:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Seajets from Souda to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Souda to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Seajets for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Souda to Athens ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Souda 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Souda 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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