Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Astypalea

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 €57. 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

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.

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 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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