The cheapest and fastest ferries from Symi to Athens
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
16 h 5 m
Average duration
16 h 5 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
396 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Symi to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Symi to Athens will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Symi for Athens on Wed, Dec 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct ferries cover the 396 km distance in an average of 16 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 16 h 5 m .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest ferries will take 16 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.


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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Symi to Athens
Ferries from Symi to Athens run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 47m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $80 (€65) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 213 nautical miles (396 km) distance in 14h 10m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Symi to Athens are available to foot passengers.


Distance 213 nautical miles (396 km) |
Average sailing duration 16h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€65) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 14h 10m |
First ferry 02:00 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Sebeco Lines from Symi to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Symi to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Sebeco Lines for as low as $80 (€65). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Sebeco Lines
FAQs: Ferry from Symi to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Symi 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 Symi, which is located around 6.7 miles (10.8 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 Symi 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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