Athens to Messaria ferry with Blue Star Ferries

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Messaria

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

$57

Average price

$65

Fastest journey

5 h 50 m

Average duration

6 h 58 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

233 km

Cheap tickets

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 $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Messaria on Thu, Nov 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct ferries cover the 233 km distance in an average of 6 h 58 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 50 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 8 h 5 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.

Blue Star FerriesBLUE STAR DELOS
07:25AM8h05
Port of Piraeus
03:30PMAthinios Port
$571One-way
0 transfers
SeajetsEUROCHAMPION JET
08:00AM5h50
Port of Piraeus
01:50PMAthinios Port
$731One-way
0 transfers

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
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Flight

€54

Average price

Cheapest

€60

Average price

9h 35m

Average total duration

8h 35m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

3h 54m

Average total duration

Fastest

54m

Onboard

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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

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Seajets
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
01:50PM
Duration
5h50
Sailing Days
Thu
Operator
Blue Star Ferries
Departure Time
07:25AM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
8h05
Sailing Days
Thu

Live departures

Athens to Messaria ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Athens to Messaria ferries for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 11:53 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
blue_star_ferries2:00 PM Athens
6h10
8:10 PM Messaria0 transfersDirect
blue_star_ferries2:30 PM Athens
8h50
11:20 PM Messaria0 transfersDirect
Thursday, November 6
blue_star_ferriesBLUE STAR DELOS5:25 AM Port of Piraeus
8h05
1:30 PM Athinios Port0 transfersDirect
seajetsEUROCHAMPION JET6:00 AM Port of Piraeus
5h50
11:50 AM Athinios Port0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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How far in advance should I book ferry tickets from Athens to Messaria?

The best time to book your ferry from Athens to Messaria is 3 days before departure. See how prices for ferries change on the Athens to Messaria route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Athens to Messaria per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your ferry from Athens to Messaria.

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Athens to Messaria

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Ferries from Athens to Messaria run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 35m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $57 (€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.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $31 (€25)
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Blue Star Ferries
Distance
125 nautical miles (233 km)
Average sailing duration
8h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
$57 (€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
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $31 (€25)

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

About
Blue Star Ferries is a Greek ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Aegean Sea and the Adriatic Sea. The company was founded in 1965 and is based in Piraeus, Greece. Blue Star Ferries operates ferry services between the Greek mainland and the Cyclades, Dodecanese, and Northern Aegean islands, as well as between the Greek mainland and Italy.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 10m
Cheapest Price
$57 (€47)
Blue Star Ferries frequency
2 a day
Additional luggage
Additional luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24 hours before departure with varying refund rates
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurants, cafes, and bars available serving meals and snacks
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible areas and facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in designated areas. Must be in carriers or leashed. Not allowed in restaurants.
Cabin reservation
Economy cabins to luxury suites available. Must be booked in advance
Car on board

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.
FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Athens to Messaria can start from as little as $48 (€39) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Athens to Messaria is $61 (€49); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Athens to Messaria ferry travel time is 5 h 30 min   for the 144 mile (233 km) long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Athens to Messaria leaves at 12: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Athens to Messaria leaves at 11: 30 PM.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Athens to Messaria.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Athens to Messaria.
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Athens to Messaria as it is a vehicle only route.
The cheapest month to travel from Athens to Messaria by ferry is March.
You have options as you can travel from Athens to Messaria 2 different ways: flight or ferry.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Athens to Messaria

Athens
Messaria
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00 Monday - Sunday
carConnection
Car connection
Via Marathonos Avenue, Exit Rafina
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • To Steki tou Andrea (0.3km)
  • Agoni Grammi (0.4km)
  • To Limeni (0.5km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Rafina Taxi and Taxi Athens.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Rafina
  • Bus Line 314, Rafina Bus Stop
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
  • Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
carConnection
Car connection
Leoforos Posidonos, Exit to Akti Miaouli
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
  • To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
  • Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Piraeus
  • Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station

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