The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rhodes to Athens
Cheapest price
$94
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
17 h 35 m
Average duration
17 h 35 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rhodes to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rhodes to Athens will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Rhodes for Athens on Wed, Jan 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 07 the direct ferries cover the 433 km distance in an average of 17 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 17 h 35 m .
On Wed, Jan 07 the slowest ferries will take 17 h 35 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 Rhodes to Athens
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Rhodes to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €43.
Distance: 233 nautical miles (433 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€79 Average price Cheapest | €109 Average price |
25h 10m Average total duration 24h 10m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Rhodes to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 15h10 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 18h15 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Rhodes to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Rhodes to Athens ferries for today, Tuesday, January 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BLUE STAR 2 | 3:00 PM Port of Rhodes | 15h10 | 6:10 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, January 7 | |||||
![]() | 1:00 PM Rhodes | 17h35 | 6:35 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rhodes to Athens
Ferries from Rhodes to Athens run on average 2 times per day, taking around 24h 10m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $58 (€47) but you can travel from only $54 (€43) by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:58. The fastest ferry covers the 233 nautical miles (433 km) distance in 12h 15m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Rhodes to Athens are available to foot passengers.


Distance 233 nautical miles (433 km) |
Average sailing duration 24h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 (€47) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 12h 15m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:58 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos from Rhodes to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Rhodes to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Aegeon Pelagos for as low as $54 (€43). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Aegeon Pelagos
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Rhodes to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rhodes 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 Port of Rhodes, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 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 Rhodes 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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