The cheapest and fastest ferries from Piraeus to Thessaloniki
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$118
Fastest journey
1 d 3 h 50 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 50 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Piraeus to Thessaloniki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piraeus to Thessaloniki will cost around $118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Piraeus for Thessaloniki on Fri, Mar 20, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 20 the direct ferries cover the 305 km distance in an average of 1 d 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 d 3 h 50 m .
On Fri, Mar 20 the slowest ferries will take 1 d 3 h 50 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 bus, train, and ferry for Piraeus to Thessaloniki
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Piraeus to Thessaloniki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $30, and a ferry costs an average of $93.
Distance: 164 nautical miles (305 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$118 Average price | $30 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price |
28h 58m Average total duration 27h 58m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 7m Average total duration Fastest 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Piraeus to Thessaloniki Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 27h50 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Piraeus to Thessaloniki ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Piraeus to Thessaloniki ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday, March 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:00 PM Piraeus | 27h50 | 4:50 PM Thessaloniki | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Piraeus to Thessaloniki by bus, train, or ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Piraeus to Thessaloniki
Ferries from Piraeus to Thessaloniki run on average 1 times per day, taking around 27h 58m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $93 (€76) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by train.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:56. The fastest ferry covers the 164 nautical miles (305 km) distance in 26h 50m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Piraeus to Thessaloniki are available to foot passengers.

Distance 164 nautical miles (305 km) |
Average sailing duration 27h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€76) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 26h 50m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:56 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest month Jun |
Cheapest day Sat |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Piraeus to ThessalonikiYou can travel by ferry between Piraeus to Thessaloniki with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $30 (€24). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Piraeus to Thessaloniki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piraeus to Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Piraeus to Thessaloniki
- 08:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Kitchen Bar (0.3km)
- Mpakaliarakia tou Aristou (0.7km)
- Full tou Meze (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxiway and Taxiplon.
- Free
- Bus Line 31, Stop: OASTH
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