Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Chios

Piraeus to Chios is a mainstay of the North Aegean network, run by Hellenic Seaways and Superfast with the Nissos Samos and the Ariadne. Depending on the sailing and the calls made, it takes anywhere from around seven hours to ten, and most departures are overnight. These are large, comfortable ships with cabins, aircraft-style seating and full catering, which makes the length manageable.

Chios is a big island with a proper working town at its centre, historically wealthy from mastic and shipping. The harbour at Chios town is overlooked by a Genoese-era castle in the old quarter, and the town itself feels genuinely lived-in rather than tourist-shaped. Most visitors head south for the mastic villages, with Pyrgi's geometric facades and the fortified lanes of Mesta, or inland to the Nea Moni monastery.

The route runs most days through the year, more often in summer, and fares start around €40. The current timetable and prices are shown below. From Chios there are onward links to Lesvos, Samos, the small islands of Psara and Oinousses, and across to Cesme on the Turkish coast.

Piraeus to Chios Ferry Fares

Weekly Piraeus to Chios 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 Chios?

Yes, and the ferry dock sits right in Chios Town itself, with rental offices a short walk away or at the airport 3-4km south. A car makes sense if you want to reach the Mastic villages in the south or Kambos's walled citrus groves, since buses run less frequently outside town; compare prices at Discover Cars.

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 Chios between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Piraeus to Chios 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.
• Dawn arrivals are one of the great pleasures of overnight ferry travel; set an alarm to be on deck as the vessel enters the harbour.

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