The cheapest and fastest ferries from Plaka to Athens
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Plaka to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plaka to Athens will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Plaka for Athens on Thu, Mar 19, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 19 the direct ferries cover the 151 km distance in an average of 4 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Thu, Mar 19 the slowest ferries will take 4 h 45 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.


Plaka to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:35AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 4h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 6h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Plaka to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Plaka to Athens ferries for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:35 PM Plaka | 4h45 | 4:20 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Plaka to Athens
Ferries from Plaka to Athens run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 23:15. The fastest ferry covers the 81 nautical miles (151 km) distance in 4h 45m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Plaka to Athens are available to foot passengers.


Distance 81 nautical miles (151 km) |
Average sailing duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 4h 45m |
First ferry 00:40 |
Last ferry 23:15 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Zante Ferries from Plaka to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Plaka to Athens with Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Zante Ferries for as low as $51 (€42). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Zante Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Plaka to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plaka 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 Plaka 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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