Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Egiali (Amorgos)

Egiali is the northern of Amorgos island's two ferry ports, and reaching it from Piraeus is a long day on the water. Blue Star Ferries run the crossing with the Blue Star Naxos, taking a little under eight hours, calling at Cycladic ports along the way rather than steaming straight out. It is a conventional ferry, so there is deck space, seating areas and a canteen, and most people treat the sailing as part of the trip rather than something to endure.

Egiali sits in a wide bay ringed by hills, with the old villages of Tholaria and Langada visible on the slopes above the port. It is the quieter, more beach-focused end of Amorgos, with Levrossos and Agia Anna within easy reach and marked walking trails climbing up to the hill villages. Amorgos's other port, Katapola in the south, serves a different part of the island, so it is worth checking which one suits your accommodation before booking.

Sailings run a few times a week rather than daily, so the calendar matters more here than on the busier Cyclades routes. Current departures, journey times and fares are shown in the timetable below, with prices starting around €50 for a standard deck ticket. If nothing lines up, travelling via Naxos and picking up a connecting sailing is the usual alternative.

Piraeus to Egiali Ferry Fares

Weekly Piraeus to Egiali 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 Egiali between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Piraeus to Egiali 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.
• If you plan to sleep on deck, bring a sleeping mat or extra layer beneath you – the metal deck gets cold overnight even in summer.

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