The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Messaria
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 20 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Messaria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Messaria will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Messaria on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct ferries cover the 233 km distance in an average of 8 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest ferries will take 9 h 15 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 flight and ferry for Athens to Messaria
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Athens to Messaria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €25.
Distance: 125 nautical miles (233 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€54 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price |
9h 35m Average total duration 8h 35m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Athens to Messaria Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Athens to Messaria ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Messaria ferries for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:25 AM Athens | 7h25 | 11:50 AM Messaria | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 PM Athens | 9h15 | 11:45 PM Messaria | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Messaria
Ferries from Athens to Messaria run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 35m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:10, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 125 nautical miles (233 km) distance in 5h 15m. There are 22 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Messaria are available to foot passengers.

Distance 125 nautical miles (233 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 22 |
Fastest ferry 5h 15m |
First ferry 00:10 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Athens to MessariaYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Messaria with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Messaria
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Messaria 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 Messaria, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Messaria
- 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
- 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km)
- Agoni Grammi (0.4km)
- To Limeni (0.5km)
- Main companies are Rafina Taxi and Taxi Athens.
- Free
- Bus Line 314, Rafina Bus Stop
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