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Ferry from Diakofti to Athens (Piraeus)

6h 30m · from €21.50 · 1 operator

Diakofti to Piraeus at a glance

Ferries from Diakofti to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 12:45 and the latest is 18:45. The crossing takes 6h 30m. The route is served by 1 operator: Seajets. Published fares start from €21.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 October 2027.

Sailings / 14 days4
How often2 or 3 times a week
First departure12:45
Last departure18:45
Crossing time6h 30m
Fares from€21.50
Operators1

Tickets from

Conventional ferry€21.50Book now
DECK Economy Lounge / Deck€21.50Book now
A2 2 Bed Cabin€55.00Book now

Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.

Sailings in the next fortnight run on Thu, Sat and Sun
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Operators have published this route's timetable to 31 October 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.

Diakofti to Piraeus through the year

Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in August (every other day).

Sailings a day, last 12 months

Tap a month to see how it ran

Month by month
MonthSailingsDays with a sailingHow often
October 202599 of 312 or 3 times a week
November 202566 of 30about once a week
December 202544 of 31about once a week
January 202677 of 31about twice a week
February 202677 of 28about twice a week
March 202688 of 31about twice a week
April 202688 of 30about twice a week
May 202688 of 31about twice a week
June 202699 of 302 or 3 times a week
July 20261212 of 312 or 3 times a week
August 20261414 of 31every other day
September 2026109 of 302 or 3 times a week

October 2025 · this month, a year ago

Days with a sailing9 of 31
Sailings9 2 or 3 times a week
Usual departure12:45
OperatorsSeajets (Aqua Jewel)

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.

Diakofti to Piraeus Route Map

Map of the Ionian Islands showing the ferry route north-north-east from Diakofti to Piraeus.

The Kythira to Piraeus run takes a little over six hours on the Seajets ferry Aqua Jewel, working north around the eastern Peloponnese. It is a long crossing but a straightforward one, and the boat has the space to make it comfortable. Most people treat it as a travel day rather than trying to fit anything else in.

Piraeus is the main port of Athens, a sprawling harbour a few kilometres southwest of the city centre and the biggest passenger port in the country. Gates are numbered E1 to E12, so it helps to note which one you land at before you set off walking. The metro terminus sits at the head of the harbour and runs directly into central Athens.

The route operates several times a fortnight, more often in high season. Live departures, journey times and fares are shown in the table below. From Piraeus you can connect onwards to the Cyclades, the Dodecanese and Crete, or head to the airport via the metro and suburban rail.

Diakofti to Piraeus Ferry Fares

Lowest fare by vessel class

From €21.50 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 classFromOperatorVessel
Conventional ferry€21.50SeajetsAqua Jewel

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.

Seajets

Ticket typeCategoryFare
A2 2 Bed Cabincabin€55.00
DECK Economy Lounge / Deckpassenger€21.50
Air Type Seatspassenger€26.00
SD Lounge A Classpassenger€32.00
Vehicles (cars, motorbikes)vehicleprice not published: check with the operator

Weekly Diakofti to Piraeus Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

OperatorVesselDaysDepartsArrivesDurationFromSeasonBook
SeajetsAqua Jewel conventional
Thu
11:1517:306h 15m€21.502027-04-29 to 2027-04-29Book the Aqua Jewel sailing
SeajetsAqua Jewel conventional
Wed
12:4019:006h 20m€21.502027-07-07 to 2027-09-08Book the Aqua Jewel sailing
SeajetsAqua Jewel conventional
Thu
12:4519:156h 30m€21.502026-10-15 to 2027-10-28Book the Aqua Jewel sailing
SeajetsAqua Jewel conventional
Sun
16:1522:456h 30m€21.502026-10-11 to 2027-10-31Book the Aqua Jewel sailing
SeajetsAqua Jewel conventional
Mon and Sun
16:1522:456h 30m€21.502027-03-15 to 2027-06-27Book the Aqua Jewel sailing
SeajetsAqua Jewel conventional
Sun
17:0023:306h 30m€21.502026-12-27 to 2027-01-03Book the Aqua Jewel sailing
SeajetsAqua Jewel conventional
Sun
17:4523:556h 10m€21.502027-07-11 to 2027-09-12Book the Aqua Jewel sailing
SeajetsAqua Jewel conventional
Mon
18:3001:006h 30m€21.502027-05-03 to 2027-05-03Book the Aqua Jewel sailing
SeajetsAqua Jewel conventional
Sat
18:4501:156h 30m€21.502026-10-31 to 2026-10-31Book the Aqua Jewel sailing
SeajetsAqua Jewel conventional
Fri
19:0001:156h 15m€21.502027-07-09 to 2027-09-10Book 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 Diakofti to Piraeus between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.

DateDepartsArrivesDurationVesselOperator
Sun 2026-10-2516:1522:456h 30mAqua JewelSeajets
Thu 2026-10-2912:4519:156h 30mAqua JewelSeajets
Sat 2026-10-3118:4501:156h 30mAqua JewelSeajets
Thu 2026-11-0512:4519:156h 30mAqua JewelSeajets

Frequently Asked Questions

How often do ferries run from Diakofti to Piraeus?

Ferries from Diakofti to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Sailings are published in every month of the year.

Are there ferries from Diakofti to Piraeus today?

No, there are no scheduled departures from Diakofti to Athens (Piraeus) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 October 2026, at 16:15. Departures fall on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.

How many ferries run from Diakofti to Piraeus this week?

2 sailings from Diakofti to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Thursdays.

What time is the first ferry from Diakofti to Piraeus?

Scheduled departures from Diakofti to Athens (Piraeus) leave at 12:45, 16:15 and 18:45.

How long is the ferry from Diakofti to Piraeus?

The crossing from Diakofti to Athens (Piraeus) takes 6h 30m.

How much does the Diakofti to Piraeus ferry cost?

Published fares for the Diakofti to Athens (Piraeus) ferry start from €21.50 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €55.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.

Which ferry companies operate the Diakofti to Piraeus route?

The Diakofti to Athens (Piraeus) route is served by Seajets. Crossings run on conventional ferries.

Tips for the Diakofti to Piraeus ferry

  • If you are prone to seasickness and see a Force 5–6 forecast, take preventive medication the night before as well as on the morning of travel.
  • Non-EU passengers should ensure their passport has sufficient remaining validity; crew do occasionally check at embarkation.
  • Toilets at smaller island ports can be limited and poorly maintained; use facilities at your hotel or a cafe before heading to the port.
  • 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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Fares shown are the operators’ published tariffs. Timetable data as published by the operators. Updated 24 October 2026.