The cheapest and fastest ferries from Galatas to Athens
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$50
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Galatas to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Galatas to Athens will cost around $50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Galatas for Athens on Sun, Mar 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct ferries cover the 60 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest ferries will take 3 h 10 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.
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Compare bus and ferry for Galatas to Athens
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Galatas to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a ferry costs an average of $18.
Distance: 32 nautical miles (60 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$52 Average price | $17 Average price Cheapest |
2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 57m Average total duration 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Galatas to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Galatas to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Galatas to Athens ferries for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AERO HIGHSPEED | 4:00 AM Porto Heli | 3h10 | 7:10 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
AERO HIGHSPEED | 4:55 AM Ermioni | 2h15 | 7:10 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Galatas to Athens by bus or ferry
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Why should you book Galatas to Athens ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), but also compare tickets for the likes of Blue Star Ferries, Alpha Lines, Anes Ferries or Aegean Flying Dolphins to find the best option for your trip from Galatas to Athens.
- 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 Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) with all available travel options, which are bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Galatas to Athens.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Galatas to Athens
Ferries from Galatas to Athens run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:50, the last at 20:30. The fastest ferry covers the 32 nautical miles (60 km) distance in 50m. There are 18 sailings per week. Ferries from Galatas to Athens are available to foot passengers.






Distance 32 nautical miles (60 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 18 |
Fastest ferry 50m |
First ferry 05:50 |
Last ferry 20:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest month May |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Fri |
Least busy day Fri |
Best day to book ahead 1 day |
Ferry operators: Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Blue Star Ferries, Alpha Lines, Anes Ferries, Aegean Flying Dolphins, Hellenic Seaways from Galatas to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Galatas to Athens with Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Blue Star Ferries, Alpha Lines, Anes Ferries, Aegean Flying Dolphins, Hellenic Seaways for as low as $17 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus)
Blue Star Ferries
Alpha Lines
Anes Ferries
Aegean Flying Dolphins
Hellenic Seaways
FAQs: Ferry from Galatas to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Galatas to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Galatas to Athens
- 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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