Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Diakofti
6h 30m · from €21.50 · 1 operator
Piraeus to Diakofti at a glance
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Diakofti are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 07:00 and the latest is 15:00. The crossing takes 6h 30m. The route is served by 1 operator: Seajets. Published fares start from €21.50 on a conventional ferry. The sailing days are not the same from one week to the next during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 October 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €21.50 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Lounge / Deck | €21.50 | Book now |
| 2 Bed Cabin | €55.00 | Book now |
| Car > 4.25m | €104.00 | 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 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Piraeus to Diakofti through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in August (every other day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| December 2025 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| January 2026 | 7 | 7 of 31 | about twice a week |
| February 2026 | 8 | 8 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 7 | 7 of 31 | about twice a week |
| April 2026 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| May 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| June 2026 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| July 2026 | 12 | 12 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 14 | 14 of 31 | every other day |
| September 2026 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| October 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Piraeus to Diakofti Route Map
Piraeus to Diakofti on Kythira takes around six and a half hours with Seajets aboard the Aqua Jewel, a conventional ferry carrying cars and foot passengers. The route runs south around the Peloponnese, and the same service often continues to Antikythera and Kissamos in Crete. Taking your own vehicle is worth considering, since Kythira is large and public transport is thin.
Diakofti is a modern, purpose-built ferry harbour rather than a village, functional and not much more. The wreck of the cargo ship Nordland lies near the port and is the landmark everyone notices on arrival. Almost everyone heads straight off to Chora, the capital, or down to Kapsali and Milopotamos, all a short drive away.
Sailings run a few times a fortnight and are seasonal, so plan around them. The current timetable and fares are shown below, with prices starting around €21.50. There is also a link to Neapoli on the Peloponnese, which is the quicker option if you are driving down from Athens.
Weekly Piraeus to Diakofti 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.
Seajets
Book Seajets tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 10:00 | |
| 15:00 |
Different on these dates:
- Fri 13 November: no sailings.
- Sat 14 November: 07:00 only.
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Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 14 November 2026 to 29 October 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 5 of the 17 days from 14 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 07:00, latest 15:00. Fastest crossing 6h 30m. Conventional ferries: Seajets.
- December 2026: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 08:00, latest 15:00. Fastest crossing 6h 30m. Conventional ferries: Seajets.
- January 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 08:00, latest 15:00. Fastest crossing 6h 30m. Conventional ferries: Seajets.
- February 2027: sails on 8 of 28 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:00, latest 15:00. Fastest crossing 6h 30m. Conventional ferries: Seajets.
- March 2027: sails on 9 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:00, latest 15:00. Fastest crossing 6h 30m. Conventional ferries: Seajets.
- April 2027: sails on 9 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:00, latest 19:30. Fastest crossing 6h 30m. Conventional ferries: Seajets.
- May 2027: sails on 8 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:00, latest 15:00. Fastest crossing 6h 30m. Conventional ferries: Seajets.
- June 2027: sails on 9 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:00, latest 15:00. Fastest crossing 6h 30m. Conventional ferries: Seajets.
- July 2027: sails on 13 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 06:35, latest 15:00. Fastest crossing 6h 20m. Conventional ferries: Seajets.
- August 2027: sails on 13 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 06:35, latest 13:15. Fastest crossing 6h 20m. Conventional ferries: Seajets.
- September 2027: sails on 10 of 30 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 06:35, latest 15:00. Fastest crossing 6h 20m. Conventional ferries: Seajets.
- October 2027: sails on 9 of the 29 days to 29 October, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 10:00, latest 15:00. Fastest crossing 6h 30m. Conventional ferries: Seajets.
Piraeus to Diakofti Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €21.50 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 | €21.50 | Seajets | Aqua Jewel |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Seajets
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Bed Cabin | cabin | €55.00 |
| Economy Lounge / Deck | passenger | €21.50 |
| Numbered Seats | passenger | €26.00 |
| Lounge A Class | passenger | €32.00 |
| Moto <250cc | vehicle | €20.00 |
| Moto >250cc | vehicle | €28.00 |
| Moto 3-4 Wheels | vehicle | €42.00 |
| Car > 4.25m | vehicle | €104.00 |
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 Diakofti between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 14 November | 07:00 | 13:30 | 6h 30m | Aqua Jewel | Seajets |
| Tue 17 November | 10:00 | 16:30 | 6h 30m | Aqua Jewel | Seajets |
| Fri 20 November | 15:00 | 21:30 | 6h 30m | Aqua Jewel | Seajets |
| Tue 24 November | 10:00 | 16:30 | 6h 30m | Aqua Jewel | Seajets |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Piraeus to Diakofti?
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Diakofti are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight the sailing days are not the same from one week to the next. Sailings are published in every month of the year.
Are there ferries from Piraeus to Diakofti today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Athens (Piraeus) to Diakofti today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 14 November 2026, at 07:00. Departure days change from one week to the next.
How many ferries run from Piraeus to Diakofti this week?
2 sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Diakofti are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Tuesday.
What time is the first ferry from Piraeus to Diakofti?
The first ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Diakofti leaves at 07:00 and the last at 15:00.
How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Diakofti?
The crossing from Athens (Piraeus) to Diakofti takes 6h 30m.
How much does the Piraeus to Diakofti ferry cost?
Published fares for the Athens (Piraeus) to Diakofti ferry start from €21.50 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €55.00. Taking a car is published from €104.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Piraeus to Diakofti route?
The Athens (Piraeus) to Diakofti route is served by Seajets. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Piraeus to Diakofti 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.
- Entertainment on overnight ferries is limited – bring a book, download a podcast series, or load your phone with films before you travel.
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