Ferry from Lipsi to Athens (Piraeus)
9h 10m to 9h 20m · from €48.00 · 1 operator
Lipsi to Piraeus at a glance
Ferries from Lipsi to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 00:30 and the latest is 01:40. The crossing takes between 9h 10m and 9h 20m, 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 Thursday and Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 31 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 31 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Lipsi to Piraeus Route Map
Lipsi to Piraeus is the long haul back to the mainland, run by Blue Star Ferries on the Blue Star Patmos and taking a little over nine hours. It is an overnight-scale crossing that calls at several Dodecanese islands before striking west across the Aegean, so a cabin or at least an air-seat is worth considering rather than sitting it out on deck.
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 sprawling site with numbered gates from E1 to E12, so check which gate you arrive at and where you need to be for any onward boat. The metro terminus connects directly to central Athens, and the Mikrolimano marina and the archaeological museum are both close to the harbour if you have time to fill.
Direct sailings run only a couple of times a week, so this route needs planning around the schedule. Current departures and fares are shown in the table below, with tickets from around €48. If the timing does not suit, the usual alternative is a short hop to Kos or Leros and a flight, or one of the more frequent Blue Star departures from Kos.
Lipsi 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 Patmos |
Weekly Lipsi 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 Patmos conventional | 00:30 | 09:45 | 9h 15m | €59.00 | 2026-09-05 to 2026-09-26 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 01:25 | 10:35 | 9h 10m | €59.00 | now to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 01:40 | 11:00 | 9h 20m | €59.00 | 2026-08-22 to 2026-08-29 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 03:15 | 12:00 | 8h 45m | €59.00 | 2026-10-03 to 2026-10-31 | Book the Blue Star Patmos 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 Lipsi to Piraeus between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 01:25 | 10:35 | 9h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 01:40 | 11:00 | 9h 20m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 01:25 | 10:35 | 9h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 00:30 | 09:45 | 9h 15m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Lipsi to Piraeus?
Ferries from Lipsi to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday and Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 31 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Lipsi to Piraeus today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Lipsi to Athens (Piraeus) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 27 August 2026, at 01:25. Departures fall on Thursday and Saturday.
How many ferries run from Lipsi to Piraeus this week?
2 sailings from Lipsi 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 Lipsi to Piraeus?
Scheduled departures from Lipsi to Athens (Piraeus) leave at 00:30, 01:25 and 01:40.
How long is the ferry from Lipsi to Piraeus?
The fastest crossing from Lipsi to Athens (Piraeus) takes 9h 10m and the slowest 9h 20m.
How much does the Lipsi to Piraeus ferry cost?
Published fares for the Lipsi to Athens (Piraeus) ferry start from €59.00 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 Lipsi to Piraeus route?
The Lipsi to Athens (Piraeus) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Lipsi to Piraeus ferry
- If you are comparing ferry versus flying between islands, factor in port transfer times at each end – ferries are often more time-efficient for short hops.
- Booking the earliest possible outward sailing gives you the most time on the island and reduces pressure on your return connection.
- Arrive at the port at least 30 minutes before departure – boarding closes shortly before sailing time.
- 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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