Ferry from Anafi to Athens (Piraeus)
7h 35m to 10h · from €46.00 · 1 operator
Anafi to Piraeus at a glance
Ferries from Anafi to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 7 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 01:25 and the latest is 05:00. The crossing takes between 7h 35m and 10h, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €59.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Wednesday and Friday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €59.00 | Book now |
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Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.
Operators have published this route's timetable to 28 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Anafi to Piraeus Route Map
Anafi to Piraeus is the main link between the island and Athens, run by Blue Star Ferries on the Blue Star 1 and Blue Star Chios. Depending on the routing the crossing takes between roughly seven and a half and ten hours, with calls at Santorini and the central Cyclades along the way. Several of these sailings run overnight, and cabins are available on the longer ones.
Piraeus is the main port of Athens, a few kilometres southwest of the city centre, and one of the busiest passenger ports in Europe. It is a large multi-gate port, with gates numbered E1 to E12, so it is worth knowing which gate you arrive at. The metro terminus at Piraeus station runs straight into central Athens, and Mikrolimano marina and the archaeological museum are close by.
The route runs around four times a week, with the current timetable and fares shown in the table below. Fares start around forty-six euros. From Piraeus you can connect onward to the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Crete, the North Aegean and the Saronic islands.
Anafi to Piraeus Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €59.00 on a conventional ferry. A high-speed crossing and a conventional one are different products at different prices, so they are listed separately rather than reduced to a single figure.
| Vessel class | From | Operator | Vessel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional ferry | €59.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 1 |
Official maximum fares on subsidised sailings
These are ceilings set by ministerial decision for public-service (PSO) sailings, quoted net of VAT and port dues. They are the most an operator may charge on a subsidised departure, not a fare on sale, and they do not apply to commercial sailings on the same route.
| Ticket type | Category | Maximum, net | Valid to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger, conventional ferry | passenger | €23.54 | 2027-04-30 |
| Passenger, conventional ferry (vessel <10y) | passenger | €28.24 | 2027-04-30 |
| Passenger, high-speed | passenger | €47.07 | 2027-04-30 |
| Car up to 4.25m | vehicle | €63.29 | 2027-04-30 |
Weekly Anafi to Piraeus Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 01:25 | 09:15 | 7h 50m | now to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 02:55 | 10:30 | 7h 35m | 2026-08-24 to 2026-10-26 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | ||
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 1 conventional | 05:00 | 15:00 | 10h | €59.00 | now to 2026-08-31 | Book the Blue Star 1 sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car in Piraeus?
Yes, several agencies meet passengers directly at the ferry gates (E1 to E12), so there is no need to arrange transport into central Athens first. It suits travellers continuing on to the mainland rather than islanders, since central Athens is only 20 minutes away and has good metro and bus links. Compare local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Anafi to Piraeus between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 02:55 | 10:30 | 7h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 05:00 | 15:00 | 10h | Blue Star 1 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 01:25 | 09:15 | 7h 50m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 05:00 | 15:00 | 10h | Blue Star 1 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 02:55 | 10:30 | 7h 35m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 05:00 | 15:00 | 10h | Blue Star 1 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 01:25 | 09:15 | 7h 50m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Anafi to Piraeus?
Ferries from Anafi to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 7 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 28 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Anafi to Piraeus today?
Yes, there are 2 sailings from Anafi to Athens (Piraeus) today. Departure times: 02:55 and 05:00.
How many ferries run from Anafi to Piraeus this week?
4 sailings from Anafi to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Mondays.
What time is the first ferry from Anafi to Piraeus?
Scheduled departures from Anafi to Athens (Piraeus) leave at 01:25, 02:55 and 05:00.
How long is the ferry from Anafi to Piraeus?
The fastest crossing from Anafi to Athens (Piraeus) takes 7h 35m and the slowest 10h.
How much does the Anafi to Piraeus ferry cost?
Published fares for the Anafi to Athens (Piraeus) ferry start from €59.00 on a conventional ferry. Some departures on this route are subsidised public-service sailings, on which a ministerial decision sets the maximum passenger fare at €23.54 net of VAT and port dues. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Anafi to Piraeus route?
The Anafi to Athens (Piraeus) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Anafi to Piraeus ferry
- In an emergency, follow crew instructions immediately; the muster stations are marked on deck plans posted in corridors and at cabin doors.
- On routes served by high-speed catamarans, all seats are assigned – choose seats towards the centre of the vessel for the smoothest ride in choppy conditions.
- On rough crossings, secure your belongings before leaving your seat – bags and bottles slide off tables easily, and wet floors make a spill a hazard.
- Island-hopping itineraries that move in one direction (e.g. Athens to Rhodes via the Dodecanese) rather than back-and-forth are generally cheaper and less stressful.
- Ferries from Piraeus depart from the main port of Athens, giving easy access to the Acropolis, the world-class Acropolis Museum, and the ancient Agora. The historic Plaka neighbourhood at the foot of the Acropolis hill, with its neoclassical lanes, Roman ruins, and traditional tavernas, is the most atmospheric place to spend time before or after your crossing.
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