Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Astypalea
7h 10m to 9h 40m · from €45.00 · 1 operator
Piraeus to Astypalea at a glance
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Astypalea are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, roughly 5 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 06:45 and the latest is 15:00. The crossing takes between 7h 10m and 9h 40m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €57.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €57.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| SUPER ECONOMY | €20.00 | Book now |
| CABIN AB3 inside | €62.00 | Book now |
| MOTOS | €21.00 | 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 29 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Piraeus to Astypalea Route Map
Blue Star Ferries run Piraeus to Astypalea with the Blue Star Naxos and Blue Star Patmos, a crossing of between around seven and ten hours depending on which islands the ship calls at. Because Astypalea sits between the Cyclades and the Dodecanese, some sailings approach it through Paros and Naxos and others from the east. Cabins are available on the overnight departures.
Astypalea is butterfly-shaped, whitewashed and quiet, and feels more Cycladic than Dodecanesian. Ferries arrive at Skala, also called Pera Gialos, directly below the Chora, with the Venetian kastro on the hilltop above the town as the island's signature sight. It is popular with Greek travellers looking for somewhere unhurried, and the beaches stay low-key even in August.
Sailings run several times a week in season, with fares starting around forty-five euros. Check the table below for current departures and prices. The island also has a small airport with domestic flights, and ferry links run east to Kalymnos and Kos as well as west to the Cyclades.
Piraeus to Astypalea Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €57.00 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 | €57.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos |
Ticket classes by operator
Published tariffs for a single adult or vehicle, one way. These are operator list prices and do not vary by vessel.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| CABIN AB3 inside | cabin | €62.00 |
| CABIN AB4 inside | cabin | €62.00 |
| CABIN A3 outside | cabin | €64.00 |
| CABIN A4 outside | cabin | €64.00 |
| CABIN A4 Pets outside | cabin | €64.00 |
| CABIN AB2 inside | cabin | €70.50 |
| CABIN A2 outside | cabin | €72.50 |
| CABIN LUX double bed outside | cabin | €83.50 |
| CABIN AB1 inside | cabin | €91.50 |
| CABIN A1 outside | cabin | €94.00 |
| CABIN LUX single outside | cabin | €109.00 |
| 2 ADULTS + 2 CHILDREN in AB4 inside cabin | cabin | €160.00 |
| 2 ADULTS + 2 CHILDREN in A4 outside cabin | cabin | €165.00 |
| 4 ADULTS in AB4 inside cabin | cabin | €190.00 |
| 3 ADULTS + 1 CHILD in AB4 inside cabin | cabin | €191.50 |
| 3 ADULTS + 1 CHILD in A4 outside cabin | cabin | €197.00 |
| 4 ADULTS in A4 outside cabin | cabin | €198.00 |
| SUPER ECONOMY | passenger | €20.00 |
| SPECIAL ECONOMY | passenger | €29.50 |
| ECONOMY | passenger | €37.00 |
| NUMBERED AIRCRAFT TYPE SEATS | passenger | €42.00 |
| BUSINESS CLASS | passenger | €56.00 |
| MOTOS | vehicle | €21.00 |
| CAMPERS/BOATS/TRAILERS, per meter | vehicle | €35.00 |
| MOTOS 3 & 4 WHEELS | vehicle | €38.00 |
| CARS | vehicle | €72.50 |
| COMMERCIAL VEHICLES | vehicle | €99.50 |
Weekly Piraeus to Astypalea 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 Naxos conventional | 06:45 | 16:25 | 9h 40m | €57.00 | now to 2026-09-12 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 12:00 | 20:10 | 8h 10m | €57.00 | 2026-09-06 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 15:00 | 22:10 | 7h 10m | €57.00 | now to 2026-08-30 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 17:30 | 04:25 | 10h 55m | €57.00 | 2026-09-14 to 2026-10-26 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 17:30 | 04:25 | 10h 55m | €57.00 | 2026-09-16 to 2026-10-28 | Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Naxos conventional | 17:30 | 05:35 | 12h 05m | €57.00 | 2026-09-17 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star Naxos 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 Piraeus to Astypalea between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 06:45 | 16:25 | 9h 40m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-08-26 | 06:45 | 16:25 | 9h 40m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-08-28 | 06:45 | 16:25 | 9h 40m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 06:45 | 16:25 | 9h 40m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 15:00 | 22:10 | 7h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 06:45 | 16:25 | 9h 40m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Wed 2026-09-02 | 06:45 | 16:25 | 9h 40m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 2026-09-04 | 06:45 | 16:25 | 9h 40m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sat 2026-09-05 | 06:45 | 16:25 | 9h 40m | Blue Star Naxos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 12:00 | 20:10 | 8h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Piraeus to Astypalea?
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Astypalea are scheduled 10 times over the next 14 days, roughly 5 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Piraeus to Astypalea today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Athens (Piraeus) to Astypalea today. Departure time: 06:45.
How many ferries run from Piraeus to Astypalea this week?
5 sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Astypalea are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Piraeus to Astypalea?
Scheduled departures from Athens (Piraeus) to Astypalea leave at 06:45, 12:00 and 15:00.
How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Astypalea?
The fastest crossing from Athens (Piraeus) to Astypalea takes 7h 10m and the slowest 9h 40m.
How much does the Piraeus to Astypalea ferry cost?
Published fares for the Athens (Piraeus) to Astypalea ferry start from €57.00 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €62.00. Taking a vehicle is published from €21.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Piraeus to Astypalea route?
The Athens (Piraeus) to Astypalea route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Piraeus to Astypalea ferry
- Piraeus port is large, with departure gates E1 to E10 spread along the waterfront – allow extra time to find yours, as it can be a 15–20 minute walk from the metro station, and check the gate number printed on your ticket.
- Ferries to the Saronic islands – Aegina, Hydra and the nearby islands – depart from Gate E8, while Cyclades sailings (Mykonos, Santorini, Paros, Naxos) leave from gates in the E6–E10 range, so double-check your specific gate on arrival.
- Take Metro Line 1 or Line 3 to Piraeus station, then use the free shuttle bus that circulates around the port roughly every 10–15 minutes, linking the metro to all gates – useful if your ferry departs from a distant terminal such as E2 or E3.
- There is no parking inside the port itself, so if you are driving, use one of the private car parks nearby rather than looking for a space at the gate; ticket booths at each gate can print e-tickets if you have not already.
- Once you arrive in Astypalea, the main town's labyrinth of whitewashed houses, traditional windmills, and blue-domed churches beneath a hilltop Venetian castle make for one of the most photogenic settings in the Aegean. The island also offers miles of unspoiled beaches, with Vatses, Kaminakia, and Livadi among the finest.
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