The cheapest and fastest ferries from Skala to Athens
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
7 h 42 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Skala to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Skala to Athens will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Skala for Athens on Tue, Mar 24, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 24 the direct ferries cover the 259 km distance in an average of 7 h 42 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
On Tue, Mar 24 the slowest ferries will take 8 h 5 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.






Skala to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 8h10 | Sailing Days Mon |
Live departures
Skala to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Skala to Athens ferries for today, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:15 PM Skala | 8h05 | 6:20 AM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, March 22 | |||||
![]() | 5:55 AM Skala | 6h55 | 12:50 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Skala | 8h05 | 4:20 PM Athens | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Skala to Athens
Ferries from Skala to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 6m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 139 nautical miles (259 km) distance in 6h 55m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Skala to Athens are available to foot passengers.

Distance 139 nautical miles (259 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 6h 55m |
First ferry 00:05 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest month Jan |
Cheapest day Sun |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Jul - Sep |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries from Skala to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Skala to Athens with Blue Star Ferries for as low as $54 (€44). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Skala to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Skala 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 Skala 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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