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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Chios
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
9 h 50 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
215 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Chios is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Chios will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Athens for Chios on Fri, Jan 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct ferries cover the 215 km distance in an average of 9 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 50 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest ferries will take 9 h 50 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 Chios
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Chios among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €26, and a flight costs an average of €43.
Distance: 116 nautical miles (215 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€48 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price |
8h 44m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Athens to Chios Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 8h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 14h15 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Athens to Chios ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Chios ferries for tomorrow, Friday, January 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00 PM Athens | 9h50 | 2:50 AM Chios | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Offers and deals from Athens to Chios
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Chios
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Ferries from Athens to Chios run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 116 nautical miles (215 km) distance in 6h 0m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Chios are available to foot passengers.
Distance 116 nautical miles (215 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 6h 0m |
First ferry 00:40 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Athens to Chios start from as low as $32 (€26) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $59 (€48) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from Athens to Chios with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 6h 0m but the average duration is 7h 44m
Train Operators
- Travel from Athens to Chios with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, and Hellenic Seaways
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Blue Star Ferries.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Piraeus and arrive in Chios
- First train typically departs at 12:40 AM and the last at 11:55 PM
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Hellenic Seaways from Athens to ChiosYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Chios with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Hellenic Seaways for as low as $32 (€26). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Hellenic Seaways
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Chios
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Chios 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 Chios, 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 Chios, located 0.3 miles (502 m) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Chios
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km)
- To Perivoli (0.5km)
- Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
- Main companies are Lavrio Taxi and Laurium Taxi Services.
- Free
- Bus Line 120, Lavrio Port Stop
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