The cheapest and fastest ferries from Karlovasi to Athens
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$82
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
262 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Karlovasi to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlovasi to Athens will cost around $82 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Karlovasi for Athens on Fri, Nov 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct ferries cover the 262 km distance in an average of 8 h 53 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 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 ferry and flight for Karlovasi to Athens
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Karlovasi to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €59, and a flight costs an average of €66.
Distance: 141 nautical miles (262 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€62 Average price Cheapest | €121 Average price |
9h 25m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Karlovasi to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 9h35 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Karlovasi to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Karlovasi to Athens ferries for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR MYCONOS | 11:40 AM Karlovassi | 9h35 | 9:15 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 7:35 AM Karlovasi | 9h15 | 4:50 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Karlovasi to Athens
Ferries from Karlovasi to Athens run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $72 (€59) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 141 nautical miles (262 km) distance in 8h 5m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Karlovasi to Athens are available to foot passengers.

Distance 141 nautical miles (262 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€59) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 8h 5m |
First ferry 00:40 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Karlovasi to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Karlovasi to Athens with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $72 (€59). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Karlovasi to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlovasi 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.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Karlovassi, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Piraeus, located 7.8 miles (12.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Karlovasi 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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