Ferry from Diafani (Karpathos) to Athens (Piraeus)
15h 50m to 20h 50m · from €59.00 · 1 operator
Diafani to Piraeus at a glance
Ferries from Diafani (Karpathos) to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 2 times over the next 4 days, every other day. The earliest departure in that window is 13:10 and the latest is 19:10. The crossing takes between 15h 50m and 20h 50m, 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 Tuesday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 27 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €59.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Deck | €59.00 | Book now |
| CABIN AB4 inside | €92.50 | Book now |
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 27 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Diafani to Piraeus through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in September (2 or 3 times a week).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| November 2025 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| January 2026 | 7 | 7 of 31 | about twice a week |
| February 2026 | 7 | 7 of 28 | about twice a week |
| March 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| April 2026 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| May 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| June 2026 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| July 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| August 2026 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 12 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Diafani to Piraeus Route Map
Diafani to Piraeus is one of the longest single tickets in the Greek network, run by Blue Star Ferries with the Blue Star Chios and taking anywhere from around fourteen and a half hours to nearly twenty depending on the routing and the number of island calls. It is a conventional ferry with cabins, aircraft-style seats, a restaurant and deck space. On a crossing this long a cabin makes a real difference.
Piraeus is the main port of Athens, a few kilometres southwest of the city centre and one of the busiest passenger ports in Europe. The port sprawls across numbered gates from E1 to E12, so it pays to know which one your ship uses before you arrive. The metro and suburban rail terminus sits by the harbour with direct trains into central Athens.
Sailings run around twice a week and only in season, given how small Diafani is. The current timetable and fares are shown in the table below. Cabins on the long legs go early in high summer, so book well ahead if you want one.
Diafani 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 Chios |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| CABIN AB4 inside | cabin | €92.50 |
| CABIN A4 outside | cabin | €94.00 |
| CABIN A2 outside | cabin | €107.00 |
| ECO Deck | passenger | €59.00 |
| NUMBERED AIRCRAFT TYPE SEATS | passenger | €64.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
Weekly Diafani 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 | 13:10 | 10:00 | 20h 50m | €59.00 | 2026-10-18 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Chios sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios conventional | 19:10 | 11:00 | 15h 50m | €59.00 | 2026-10-20 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Chios 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 Diafani to Piraeus between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-10-25 | 13:10 | 10:00 | 20h 50m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-10-27 | 19:10 | 11:00 | 15h 50m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Diafani to Piraeus?
Ferries from Diafani (Karpathos) to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 2 times over the next 4 days, every other day. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 27 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Diafani to Piraeus today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Diafani (Karpathos) to Athens (Piraeus) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 October 2026, at 13:10. Departures fall on Tuesday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Diafani to Piraeus this week?
2 sailings from Diafani (Karpathos) to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Diafani to Piraeus?
Scheduled departures from Diafani (Karpathos) to Athens (Piraeus) leave at 13:10 and 19:10.
How long is the ferry from Diafani to Piraeus?
The fastest crossing from Diafani (Karpathos) to Athens (Piraeus) takes 15h 50m and the slowest 20h 50m.
How much does the Diafani to Piraeus ferry cost?
Published fares for the Diafani (Karpathos) to Athens (Piraeus) ferry start from €59.00 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €92.50. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Diafani to Piraeus route?
The Diafani (Karpathos) to Athens (Piraeus) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Diafani to Piraeus ferry
- Most ferries have a small kiosk selling souvenirs, snacks, and basic travel items; useful if you have forgotten sunscreen or earplugs.
- Photography from the deck is excellent – the golden hour light on island whitewashed buildings as you arrive is hard to match.
- If your itinerary is time-critical (flight the next day), always choose the conventional slow ferry over the fast catamaran in summer – reliability matters more than speed.
- The ferry approach into a Greek island harbour is often the most beautiful part of the journey – get onto the bow deck 15–20 minutes before arrival.
- 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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