Ferry from Antikythira to Athens (Piraeus)
8h 25m · from €23.00 · 1 operator
Antikythira to Piraeus at a glance
Ferries from Antikythira to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. Departures in that window are at 10:35. The crossing takes 8h 25m. The route is served by 1 operator: Seajets. Published fares start from €23.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Wednesday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €23.50 | 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 29 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Antikythira to Piraeus Route Map
The full run from Antikythira to Piraeus is one of the longer domestic crossings in Greek waters, at roughly eight and a half hours on the Seajets vessel Aqua Jewel. The ferry works its way north around the Peloponnese with intermediate calls, so the sailing is more of a coastal passage than a direct hop. Bring something to read and a jumper for the deck.
Piraeus is the main port of Athens, a few kilometres southwest of the centre, and one of the busiest passenger harbours in Europe. Arrivals from the south normally berth on the quieter side of the port, though the gates are numbered E1 to E12 and it is worth checking which one you are using before you disembark. The metro terminus at Piraeus station connects straight into central Athens.
The link runs about once a week, so it is not a route to leave to chance. Departures, journey times and fares as currently filed are shown in the table below, with foot passenger fares starting around twenty three euros. From Piraeus you can pick up onward ferries to almost anywhere in the Aegean, or take the metro to the airport line for a same day flight.
Antikythira to Piraeus Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €23.50 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 | €23.50 | Seajets | Aqua Jewel |
Weekly Antikythira 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 10:15 | 19:15 | 9h | €23.50 | 2026-09-10 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing | |
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 10:35 | 19:00 | 8h 25m | €23.50 | now to 2026-09-02 | Book the Aqua Jewel 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 Antikythira to Piraeus between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 10:35 | 19:00 | 8h 25m | Aqua Jewel | Seajets |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 10:35 | 19:00 | 8h 25m | Aqua Jewel | Seajets |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Antikythira to Piraeus?
Ferries from Antikythira to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Wednesday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Antikythira to Piraeus today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Antikythira to Athens (Piraeus) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 26 August 2026, at 10:35. Departures fall on Wednesday.
How many ferries run from Antikythira to Piraeus this week?
1 sailing from Antikythira to Athens (Piraeus) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Antikythira to Piraeus?
Scheduled departures from Antikythira to Athens (Piraeus) leave at 10:35.
How long is the ferry from Antikythira to Piraeus?
The crossing from Antikythira to Athens (Piraeus) takes 8h 25m.
How much does the Antikythira to Piraeus ferry cost?
Published fares for the Antikythira to Athens (Piraeus) ferry start from €23.50 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Antikythira to Piraeus route?
The Antikythira to Athens (Piraeus) route is served by Seajets. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Antikythira to Piraeus ferry
- Catamarans offer a faster crossing but have a lower wind-speed tolerance; in July and August, a booking on a conventional ferry is more likely to run on schedule.
- Taxis to Piraeus can get stuck in Athens traffic, especially on Friday evenings – allow extra travel time or take the Metro (Line 1 terminates at Piraeus station).
- 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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