The cheapest and fastest ferries from Thessaloniki to Piraeus
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
305 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Thessaloniki to Piraeus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Thessaloniki to Piraeus will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Thessaloniki for Piraeus on Tue, Jan 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct ferries cover the 305 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest ferries will take 5 h 20 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 train, bus, ferry, and flight for Thessaloniki to Piraeus
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Thessaloniki to Piraeus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, and a ferry costs an average of €76.
Distance: 164 nautical miles (305 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|---|
€93 Average price | €70 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest | €40 Average price |
16h 54m Average total duration 15h 54m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 16m Average total duration 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Thessaloniki to Piraeus ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Thessaloniki to Piraeus ferries for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 AM Thessaloniki | 5h20 | 11:20 AM Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Offers and deals from Thessaloniki to Piraeus
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Thessaloniki to Piraeus and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Seajets

Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Thessaloniki to Piraeus
Ferries from Thessaloniki to Piraeus run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 54m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $93 (€76) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by train.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 164 nautical miles (305 km) distance in 5h 20m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Thessaloniki to Piraeus are available to foot passengers.


Distance 164 nautical miles (305 km) |
Average sailing duration 15h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€76) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 5h 20m |
First ferry 08:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Thessaloniki to Piraeus start from as low as $93 (€76) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $115 (€93) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from Thessaloniki to Piraeus with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 5h 20m but the average duration is 15h 54m
Train Operators
- Travel from Thessaloniki to Piraeus with Blue Star Ferries and Seajets
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Blue Star Ferries.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Thessaloniki and arrive in Port of Piraeus
- First train typically departs at 08:30 AM and the last at 11:30 PM
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets from Thessaloniki to PiraeusYou can travel by ferry between Thessaloniki to Piraeus with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
FAQs: Ferry from Thessaloniki to Piraeus
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Thessaloniki to Piraeus 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 Piraeus, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Thessaloniki, which is located around 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Piraeus, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Thessaloniki to Piraeus
- 08:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 14:00
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Kitchen Bar (0.3km)
- Mpakaliarakia tou Aristou (0.7km)
- Full tou Meze (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxiway and Taxiplon.
- Free
- Bus Line 31, Stop: OASTH
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