The cheapest and fastest ferries from Pyrgos to Athens
Cheapest price
$45
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
9 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 43 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Pyrgos to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pyrgos to Athens will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Pyrgos for Athens on Sun, Mar 29, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 29 the direct ferries cover the 356 km distance in an average of 9 h 43 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .
On Sun, Mar 29 the slowest ferries will take 9 h 55 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.
ASTERION II09:00PM9h55Heraklion Port06:55AMPort of Piraeus$451One-way0 transfers
FESTOS PALACE09:00PM9h30Heraklion Port06:30AMPort of Piraeus$611One-way0 transfers
FESTOS PALACE09:00PM9h30Heraklion Port06:30AMPort of Piraeus$611One-way0 transfers
ASTERION II09:00PM9h55Heraklion Port06:55AMPort of Piraeus$451One-way0 transfers
Pyrgos to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 11h40 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 9h55 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 13h35 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Pyrgos to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Pyrgos to Athens ferries for today, Saturday, March 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
KNOSSOS PALACE | 7:00 PM Heraklion Port | 8h30 | 3:30 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
NISSOS RODOS | 7:00 PM Heraklion Port | 8h55 | 3:55 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Pyrgos to Athens
Ferries from Pyrgos to Athens run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 19m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $41 (€33) if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 192 nautical miles (356 km) distance in 9h 15m. There are 17 sailings per week.
Distance 192 nautical miles (356 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€33) |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 17 |
Fastest ferry 9h 15m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
FAQs: Ferry from Pyrgos to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pyrgos 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 Pyrgos 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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