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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Chania
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
9 h 55 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
276 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Chania is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Chania will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Chania on Thu, Dec 11, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Dec 11 the direct ferries cover the 276 km distance in an average of 9 h 55 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
On Thu, Dec 11 the slowest ferries will take 10 h 35 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 Athens to Chania
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Chania among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €32.
Distance: 149 nautical miles (276 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€34 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price |
9h 19m Average total duration 8h 19m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Athens to Chania Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 10h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 11h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Live departures
Athens to Chania ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Chania ferries for today, Wednesday, December 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NISSOS RODOS | 7:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 9h15 | 4:15 AM Heraklion Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
 FESTOS PALACE | 7:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 9h30 | 4:30 AM Heraklion Port | 0 transfersDirect | |
| ARIADNE | 8:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 9h00 | 5:00 AM Port of Souda | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Chania
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Ferries from Athens to Chania run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 19m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 149 nautical miles (276 km) distance in 5h 45m. There are 29 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Chania are available to foot passengers.
Distance 149 nautical miles (276 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 29 |
Fastest ferry 5h 45m |
First ferry 00:20 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) from Athens to ChaniaYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Chania with Blue Star Ferries, Anek - Superfast, Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) for as low as $28 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Anek - Superfast
Seajets
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Chania
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Chania 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 Chania, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Piraeus, which is located around 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Souda, located 4.2 miles (6.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Chania
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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