Asterion II
Large car ferry · operated by ANEK Lines
Asterion II is a large Japanese-built car ferry from 1991 (ex Ishikari, ex Grand Spring) that ANEK Lines took over in 2018 (with a Superfast Ferries spell in 2022–24) and that now runs on Piraeus–Serifos–Heraklion. She has cabins, self-service and à la carte restaurants and an open-deck bar, and she sails under the Cyprus flag.
Previously sailed as GRAND SPRING and ISHIKARI.
On board the Asterion II
- Bar
- À la carte restaurant
- Self-service restaurant
- Snack bar / café
- Shop
- Wi-Fi
- Outside deck
- Lift
- Pets allowed
- Pet cabins
Where you can sit
- CabinsCabins, including disabled-access and pet cabinsreserved
Where is the Asterion II now?
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Specifications
| Built | 1991 |
|---|---|
| Builder | Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Kobe |
| Built in | Japan |
| Length | 192.5 m |
| Beam | 27 m |
| Gross tonnage | 32,071 |
| Service speed | 21.5 knots |
| Top speed | 23 knots |
Where the Asterion II sails
Scheduled crossings over the next 14 days, busiest first.
- Heraklio to Piraeus36 sailings
- Piraeus to Heraklio36 sailings
- Piraeus to Serifos27 sailings
- Serifos to Piraeus27 sailings
- Serifos to Heraklio2 sailings
- Heraklio to Serifos1 sailing
Usually works Piraeus–Serifos–Heraklion.
- Pet cabins and kennels are listed for this ship.
- At Piraeus she uses gate E3, the same gate as the Milos and Chania ships.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Asterion II like?
Asterion II is a large Japanese-built car ferry from 1991 (ex Ishikari, ex Grand Spring) that ANEK Lines took over in 2018 (with a Superfast Ferries spell in 2022–24) and that now runs on Piraeus–Serifos–Heraklion. She has cabins, self-service and à la carte restaurants and an open-deck bar, and she sails under the Cyprus flag. She is a large car ferry built in 1991.
Who operates the Asterion II?
The Asterion II is operated by ANEK Lines, part of Attica Group.
Does the Asterion II carry cars?
Yes. The Asterion II is a vehicle ferry and carries up to 840 cars as well as foot passengers.
How fast is the Asterion II?
She works at a service speed of 21.5 knots, with a top speed of 23 knots.
Does the Asterion II have Wi-Fi?
Yes, the Asterion II carries Wi-Fi aboard.
Which routes does the Asterion II sail?
Over the next 14 days the Asterion II is scheduled on Heraklio to Piraeus, Piraeus to Heraklio, Piraeus to Serifos and Serifos to Piraeus, among 6 crossings in all.