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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
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
Popular Routes
Blue Star Ferries ferry tickets
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Showing the fastest and cheapest results for 12 Jun
- Blue Star Ferries23:007h25Port of Piraeus6:25Athinios Port£531One-way0 changes
- Blue Star Ferries7:257h25Port of Piraeus14:50Athinios Port£531One-way0 changes
- Blue Star Ferries17:309h15Port of Piraeus2:45Athinios Port£531One-way0 changes
Popular Blue Star Ferries routes
Santorini (Island) to Athens ferry
from £42
Direct ferries available
5h30 average duration
6ferries per day
Served by
- Blue Star Ferries
- Zante Ferries
- Fast Ferries
- Golden Star Ferries
- Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
- Seajets
- Saos Ferries
Paros to Athens ferry
from £38
Direct ferries available
3h25 average duration
7ferries per day
Served by
- Saos Ferries
- Fast Ferries
- Golden Star Ferries
- Seajets
- Blue Star Ferries
- Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Athens to Aegina ferry
from £0.91
Direct ferries available
0h40 average duration
21ferries per day
Served by
- Blue Star Ferries
- Aegina Ferries
- Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus)
- Anes Ferries
- Magic Sea Ferries
- Aegean Flying Dolphins
- Olympian Ferries
- San Lorenzo Ferries
Athens to Mykonos ferry
from £34
Direct ferries available
2h40 average duration
10ferries per day
Served by
- Seajets
- Saos Ferries
- Golden Star Ferries
- Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
- Fast Ferries
- Anek - Superfast
- Blue Star Ferries
Mykonos to Athens ferry
from £34
Direct ferries available
2h50 average duration
9ferries per day
Served by
- Seajets
- Blue Star Ferries
- Golden Star Ferries
- Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
- Fast Ferries
Rhodes to Athens ferry
from £42
Direct ferries available
14h05 average duration
2ferries per day
Served by
- Blue Star Ferries
Athens to Paros ferry
from £19
Direct ferries available
3h20 average duration
8ferries per day
Served by
- Fast Ferries
- Saos Ferries
- Blue Star Ferries
- Seajets
- Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
- Golden Star Ferries
Athens to Hydra ferry
from £29
Direct ferries available
1h10 average duration
8ferries per day
Served by
- Blue Star Ferries
- Magic Sea Ferries
- Alpha Lines
Hydra to Athens ferry
from £31
Direct ferries available
1h10 average duration
8ferries per day
Served by
- Alpha Lines
- Magic Sea Ferries
- Blue Star Ferries
Athens to Santorini (Island) ferry
from £44
Direct ferries available
5h35 average duration
6ferries per day
Served by
- Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
- Golden Star Ferries
- Seajets
- Zante Ferries
- Fast Ferries
- Anek - Superfast
- Blue Star Ferries
Blue Star Ferries FAQs
Everything you need to know to travel with Blue Star Ferries: amenities, cancellation policy, luggage allowance and more
Blue Star Ferries offer wheelchair accessible areas and facilities on most of their vessels, and assistance is available upon request for passengers with reduced mobility.
Boarding with Blue Star Ferries typically takes around 30 to 60 minutes before departure, depending on the port and route.
Yes, with Blue Star Ferries, you can book a cabin or a reserved seat for your journey.
Yes, you can exchange or cancel your Blue Star Ferries ticket, with cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure and varying refund rates.
You can bring your car, motorbike, or campervan on Blue Star Ferries, provided the vehicle does not exceed a height of 3.5 meters and a length of 10 meters, and you have valid vehicle registration and insurance documents; policies may vary by vehicle size and route.
To reserve a spot for your vehicle on board a Blue Star Ferries ferry, you can visit their official website, select your route, and include your vehicle details during the booking process.
When traveling with a vehicle on board a Blue Star Ferries ferry, you need to have your vehicle registration and insurance documents.
Yes, there is an extra fee for bringing a vehicle with Blue Star Ferries, and it varies by vehicle size and route.
Yes, Blue Star Ferries imposes height and size restrictions on vehicles, with a maximum height of 3.5 meters and a length of 10 meters.
You need a valid identification document, such as a passport or national ID card, to board a Blue Star Ferries ferry.
Yes, Blue Star Ferries offers entertainment options on board for passengers to enjoy during their journey.
Blue Star Ferries provides food and drinks onboard, ensuring passengers have access to refreshments during their journey.
No specific information is available regarding the ability to leave luggage in your car during a trip with Blue Star Ferries. It is generally advisable to check with the ferry staff for guidance on luggage storage policies.
Blue Star Ferries does not specify a detailed luggage policy, so travelers are encouraged to check directly with Blue Star Ferries for any specific baggage restrictions or fees.
Blue Star Ferries does permit luggage on board, but specific restrictions on size or weight are not explicitly defined.
Yes, Blue Star Ferries offers pet-friendly cabins and designated areas to accommodate pets comfortably during the journey.
For pets traveling with Blue Star Ferries, a valid pet passport and vaccination records are required. Small pets must be kept in designated areas, either in carriers or on a leash, and they are not permitted in restaurants.
You can bring your small pets onboard Blue Star Ferries, provided they are kept in designated areas, in carriers, or on a leash, and they are not allowed in restaurants. Ensure you have a valid pet passport and vaccination records.
Yes, you can book a round-trip ticket with Blue Star Ferries.
Blue Star Ferries provides USB plugs for passenger use.
Blue Star Ferries offers secure storage for luggage onboard, ensuring the safety of passengers' belongings during travel.
Yes, Blue Star Ferries offers Wi-Fi on board their vessels.
port information
Most Popular Blue Star Ferries ports
Amenities at port
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti MiaouliWifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
- Free
Public transport options for Port of Piraeus
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
Amenities at port
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
3 kmCar connection
Epar.Od. Firon-Ormou Perissis, Exit Athinios PortWifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Roka Kafeneio (0.6km)
- To Psaraki (0.8km)
- The Cave of Nikolas (0.9km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Santorini Taxi and Thira Taxi.
WC
- Free
Public transport options for Thira Santorini Port
- Bus Line: KTEL, Stop: Athinios Port
Amenities at port
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisWCTicket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Car connection
Epar.Od. Parikias-Pountas, no specific exitWifi
- Free WiFi
Dining
- Taverna Mira (0.3km)
- Levantis (0.5km)
- Dionysos Garden (0.7km)
Taxis
- Main companies are Paros Taxi and Paros Radio Taxi.
WC
- Free
Public transport options for Paros
- Bus line 1, Parikia Bus Station
Blue Star Ferries destinations
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