Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Chalki

This is among the longest sailings out of Piraeus, taking between roughly seventeen and twenty-two hours aboard Blue Star's Blue Star Chios. The ship works down through the Cyclades and the southern Dodecanese, calling at several islands before reaching Chalki, so the time on board varies with the routing. Book a cabin, since this is more than a single night at sea.

Chalki is a tiny island just off the west coast of Rhodes, very small and almost entirely undeveloped. Ferries arrive at Emborio, effectively the island's only town, where pastel neoclassical houses line the little harbour. There is not much to do beyond quiet beaches, slow meals and walking, which is the point.

Direct sailings from Piraeus are rare, only a couple over a fortnight, and fares start around €59. The current timetable and prices are listed below. The far more practical approach for most people is to fly or sail to Rhodes and take the short local boat from Kamiros Skala across to Chalki.

Weekly Piraeus to Chalki Ferry Schedule

What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Piraeus.

Piraeus to Chalki Ferry Fares

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 Chalki between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Piraeus to Chalki ferry

• Piraeus port is large, with departure gates E1 to E12 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.
• Duty-free shopping is not available on domestic Greek ferry routes; what you see in the onboard shop is ordinary retail pricing.

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