The cheapest and fastest ferries from Aegina to Athens
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
30 m
Average duration
38 m
Ferries per day
22
Distance
37 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Aegina to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aegina to Athens will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 22 ferries that leave Aegina for Athens on Wed, May 13, 22 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 13 the direct ferries cover the 37 km distance in an average of 38 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 30 m .
On Wed, May 13 the slowest ferries will take 40 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.
AGIOS NEKTARIOS6:20 PM1h20Port of Aegina7:40 PMPort of Piraeus$121One-way0 transfers
AGIOS NEKTARIOS2:20 PM1h20Port of Aegina3:40 PMPort of Piraeus$121One-way0 transfers
AGIOS NEKTARIOS10:20 AM1h20Port of Aegina11:40 AMPort of Piraeus$121One-way0 transfers
ELENI5:00 PM1h25Port of Aegina6:25 PMPort of Piraeus$131One-way0 transfers
ELENI8:30 AM1h25Port of Aegina9:55 AMPort of Piraeus$131One-way0 transfers
MAGIC 27:00 PM0h30Agia Marina (Aegina)7:30 PMPort of Piraeus$241One-way0 transfers
AERO HIGHSPEED7:30 AM0h40Port of Aegina8:10 AMPort of Piraeus$241One-way0 transfers
AERO HIGHSPEED11:30 AM0h40Port of Aegina12:10 PMPort of Piraeus$241One-way0 transfers
AERO HIGHSPEED5:50 PM0h40Port of Aegina6:30 PMPort of Piraeus$241One-way0 transfers
AERO HIGHSPEED1:50 PM0h40Port of Aegina2:30 PMPort of Piraeus$241One-way0 transfers
Aegina to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h05 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Aegina Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Aegina Ferries | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Aegina Ferries | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 0h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Aegina Ferries | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Sat |
Live departures
Aegina to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Aegina to Athens ferries for today, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
POSEIDONAS | 4:30 PM Port of Aegina | 1h10 | 5:40 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
ELENI | 5:00 PM Port of Aegina | 1h25 | 6:25 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 5:50 PM Port of Aegina | 0h40 | 6:30 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
ACHAIOS | 5:50 PM Port of Aegina | 1h10 | 7:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAGIC 2 | 6:35 PM Agia Marina (Aegina) | 0h30 | 7:05 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
PHIVOS | 6:40 PM Port of Aegina | 1h10 | 7:50 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 13 | |||||
![]() | 7:20 AM Aegina | 1h20 | 8:40 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Aegina | 1h15 | 1:45 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Ferry from Aegina to Athens
Ferries from Aegina to Athens run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $1 (€1) if you book in advance.
There are 20 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 19 nautical miles (37 km) distance in 40m. There are 120 sailings per week. Ferries from Aegina to Athens are available to foot passengers.









Distance 19 nautical miles (37 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $1 (€1) |
Ferries per day 20 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 120 |
Fastest ferry 40m |
First ferry 5:30 AM |
Last ferry 10:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Ferry operators: Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Blue Star Ferries, San Lorenzo Ferries, Anes Ferries, Aegean Flying Dolphins, Olympian Ferries, Magic Sea Ferries , Aegina Ferries, Hellenic Seaways from Aegina to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Aegina to Athens with Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Blue Star Ferries, San Lorenzo Ferries, Anes Ferries, Aegean Flying Dolphins, Olympian Ferries, Magic Sea Ferries , Aegina Ferries, Hellenic Seaways for as low as $1 (€1). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Blue Star Ferries
Olympian Ferries
Magic Sea Ferries
San Lorenzo Ferries
Anes Ferries
Aegean Flying Dolphins
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Hellenic Seaways
FAQs: Ferry from Aegina to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aegina 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.

- Acropolis of Athens, an ancient citadel featuring iconic structures like the Parthenon and offering panoramic views of the city
- Acropolis Museum, a modern museum housing artifacts from the Acropolis and providing insights into ancient Greek civilization
- Ancient Agora of Athens, a historic site that was once the heart of public life in Athens, featuring ruins and a reconstructed Stoa
- National Archaeological Museum, Greece's largest museum, showcasing an extensive collection of artifacts from various archaeological locations across the country
- Plaka, a charming historic neighborhood with narrow streets, neoclassical architecture, and vibrant local shops and cafes.
- Mount Lycabettus, enjoy panoramic views of Athens from the city's highest point
- Explore the vibrant Monastiraki Flea Market, where you can find antiques, souvenirs, and local crafts
- Visit the Panathenaic Stadium, the only stadium in the world built entirely of marble and host of the first modern Olympic Games
- Take a stroll through the National Garden of Athens, a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city
- Experience a traditional Greek performance at the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, an ancient stone theatre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Aegina to Athens
- 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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