Symi to Athens ferry - Times and cheap Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Symi to Athens

Showing times and prices for 19 Dec

Cheapest price

£74

Average price

£74

Fastest journey

17 h 10 m

Average duration

17 h 10 m

Ferries per day

1

Distance

396 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Symi to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Symi to Athens will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £74.

Fast ferries

Of the 1 ferries that leave Symi for Athens every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri 19 Dec the direct ferries cover the 396 km distance in an average of 17 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 17 h 10 m .

The slowest ferries will take 17 h 10 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.

Blue Star Ferries
14:5017h10
Symi
08:00Athens
£741One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Symi to Athens ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Symi to Athens ferries for today, Wednesday 17 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 05:51
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
blue_star_ferries15:30 Symi
16h05
07:35 Athens0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Symi to Athens

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Ferries from Symi to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 47m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £60 if you book in advance.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 213 nautical miles (396 km) distance in 14h 10m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Symi to Athens are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Blue Star Ferries
Sebeco Lines
Distance
213 nautical miles (396 km)
Average sailing duration
16h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
£60
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
2
Fastest ferry
14h 10m
First ferry
02:00
Last ferry
23:30
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Sebeco Lines from Symi to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Symi to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Sebeco Lines for as low as £60. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Blue Star Ferries

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
14h 10m
Cheapest Price
£60
Blue Star Ferries frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board
Learn more about Blue Star Ferries

Sebeco Lines

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
18h 0m
Sebeco Lines frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Symi to Athens ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Symi 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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Symi (Island) to Athens can start from as little as £52 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Symi (Island) to Athens is £67; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Symi (Island) to Athens ferry travel time is 14 h 10 min   for the 245 mile long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Symi (Island) to Athens leaves at 07: 00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Symi (Island) to Athens leaves at 23: 55.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Symi (Island) to Athens without having to change trains with Blue Star Ferries. There is 1 direct ferry from Symi (Island) to Athens each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Symi (Island) to Athens with Blue Star Ferries
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Symi (Island) to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Symi (Island) to Athens is possible with Blue Star Ferries. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Symi (Island) to Athens, you can count on Blue Star Ferries for the best way to get you to Athens. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Symi (Island) and Athens and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Symi, which is located around 6.7 miles (10.8 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.

The cheapest month to travel from Symi (Island) to Athens by ferry is June.
You have options as you can travel from Symi (Island) to Athens 2 different ways: ferry or flight.

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Important Stations and Airports in Symi and Athens

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The major port for departures in Symi is Symi. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Symi for your trip from Symi to Athens.
Symi
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Address
Ano Symi 856 00, Greece
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Distance to city center
3 km

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