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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Symi
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
16 h 30 m
Average duration
16 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Symi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Symi will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Athens for Symi on Thu, Nov 06, 1 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 396 km distance in an average of 16 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 16 h 30 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest ferries will take 16 h 30 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 PATMOSBLUE STAR PATMOSAthens to Symi Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 16h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Live departures
Athens to Symi ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Symi ferries for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BLUE STAR PATMOS | 1:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 16h30 | 5:30 AM Symi | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Symi
GreeceGreece
Distance 213 nautical miles (396 km) |
Average sailing duration 14h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€65) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 14h 25m |
First ferry 00:40 |
Last ferry 19:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Athens to Symi start from as low as $80 (€65) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $94 (€77) depending on the train type and class.
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Athens to SymiYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Symi with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $80 (€65). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Symi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Symi 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 Symi, 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 Symi, located 6.7 miles (10.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Symi
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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