The cheapest and fastest ferriesfrom Athens to ChiosShowing times and prices for Jul 16
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
6h 55m
Average duration
6h 55m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
223 km
Athens to Chios ferry with Blue Star Ferries
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 $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $48.
Distance: 116 nautical miles (215 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
$59 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price |
8h 45m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
 Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Chios:
A ferry is $49 (€40) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Chios costing on average $108 (€89).
Other travel options to Chios take longer:
Ferry takes on average 7h 45m.
Athens to Chios Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 6h55 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 6h55 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 6h55 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 8h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Live departures
Athens to Chios ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Chios ferries for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARIADNE | 7:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 6h55 | 1:55 AM Chios | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Athens to Chios ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets or Hellenic Seaways to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Chios.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are ferry and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Athens to Chios.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets or Hellenic Seaways to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Chios.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Chios.
Offers and deals from Athens to Chios
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Athens to Chios and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Seajets
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 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by flight.
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 7h 46m. 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 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 7h 46m |
First ferry 12:40 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
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 $48 (€39). 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.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Chios
Most Athens to Chios ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Chios port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Chios ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Chios leave from?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
Getting to Lavrio from Athens city centre
Lavrio port facilities and services
Lavrio has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km), To Perivoli (0.5km), Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lavrio.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lavrio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lavrio.
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