Ferry from Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Piraeus)
7h 35m · from €40.00 · 1 operator
Mesta to Piraeus at a glance
Ferries from Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 1 time over the next 14 days, roughly 0 a week. Departures in that window are at 03:05. The crossing takes 7h 35m. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €49.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 August 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €49.00 | 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 30 August 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Mesta to Piraeus Route Map
Mesta to Piraeus is a Blue Star Ferries sailing aboard the Blue Star Patmos, taking around seven and a half hours down the Aegean to Athens. It is a conventional ferry rather than a fast craft, so there is deck space, seating and a proper crossing to settle into. Fares start around €40 for a foot passenger.
Piraeus is the main port of Athens and one of the busiest passenger ports in Europe, a few kilometres southwest of the city centre. The metro terminus at the harbour connects directly into central Athens, and there is a suburban rail link as well. The port is spread across numbered gates from E1 to E12, so check which one your ferry uses on arrival and departure.
The route runs about once a week, so the current timetable and fares shown below are worth checking carefully before building a plan around it. If the dates do not suit, Chios Town has considerably more frequent Piraeus sailings. Mesta itself is a fortified medieval village in the mastic country of southern Chios.
Mesta to Piraeus Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €49.00 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 | €49.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
Weekly Mesta 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 | 03:05 | 10:40 | 7h 35m | €49.00 | now to 2026-08-30 | 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 Mesta to Piraeus between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 03:05 | 10:40 | 7h 35m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Mesta to Piraeus?
Ferries from Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 1 time over the next 14 days, roughly 0 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 August 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Mesta to Piraeus today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Piraeus) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 30 August 2026, at 03:05. Departures fall on Sunday.
How many ferries run from Mesta to Piraeus this week?
1 sailing from Mesta (Chios) 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 Mesta to Piraeus?
Scheduled departures from Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Piraeus) leave at 03:05.
How long is the ferry from Mesta to Piraeus?
The crossing from Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Piraeus) takes 7h 35m.
How much does the Mesta to Piraeus ferry cost?
Published fares for the Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Piraeus) ferry start from €49.00 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 Mesta to Piraeus route?
The Mesta (Chios) to Athens (Piraeus) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Mesta to Piraeus ferry
- Watch for swell forecasts as well as wind speed – residual swell from a previous day's storm can make a crossing rough even when current wind is light.
- Campervans and motorhomes require a dedicated vehicle category when booking; standard car prices do not apply and spaces are limited.
- Never put valuables (passport, wallet, phone, camera, medication) in your main luggage – keep them in your day bag on your person at all times.
- If you are connecting to another ferry on the same day, check whether both depart from the same area of the port to gauge how much walking time you need.
- 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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