Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Kissamos (Crete)
10h 35m · from €22.00 · 1 operator
Piraeus to Kissamos at a glance
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Kissamos (Crete) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. Departures in that window are at 13:15. The crossing takes 10h 35m. The route is served by 1 operator: Seajets. Published fares start from €23.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Thursday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €23.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| Economy | €23.00 | Book now |
| 2 berth external cabin | €70.00 | Book now |
| Moto < 250cc | €30.00 | 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 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Piraeus to Kissamos Route Map
This is one of the long ones. Seajets run the Aqua Jewel from Piraeus down around the Peloponnese to Kissamos in western Crete, a passage of a little over ten hours. It is a conventional ferry rather than a fast craft, so the pace is steady and you spend a good part of the day at sea. The route usually calls at Kythira and Antikythira on the way, which is a large part of its appeal.
Kissamos, also known as Kastelli, is a working port and agricultural town on Crete's northwest coast rather than a resort. The ferry harbour sits a couple of kilometres from the old town centre, so arrange transport if you have luggage. It is the natural base for Balos lagoon and Falasarna, both a short drive west, and Elafonisi is within reach for a day out.
Sailings are infrequent, running roughly once a week rather than daily, and the schedule is seasonal. The current timetable and fares are shown below, with fares starting around twenty-two euros for a deck ticket. Chania is about an hour and a half east by road, which links you into the rest of Crete.
Piraeus to Kissamos Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €23.00 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 | €23.00 | Seajets | Aqua Jewel |
Ticket classes by operator
Published tariffs for a single adult or vehicle, one way. These are operator list prices and do not vary by vessel.
Seajets
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| 2 berth external cabin | cabin | €70.00 |
| Economy | passenger | €23.00 |
| Salon A class | passenger | €35.00 |
| Moto < 250cc | vehicle | €30.00 |
| Moto > 250cc | vehicle | €40.00 |
| Moto 3-4 Wheels | vehicle | €55.00 |
| Car < 4.25m | vehicle | €104.00 |
| Car > 4.25m | vehicle | €134.00 |
Weekly Piraeus to Kissamos Ferry Schedule
The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.
| Operator | Vessel | Days | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Season | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 10:00 | 20:15 | 10h 15m | €23.00 | 2026-09-08 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing | |
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 13:15 | 23:50 | 10h 35m | €23.00 | now to 2026-09-03 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing | |
| Seajets | Aqua Jewel conventional | 15:00 | 01:40 | 10h 40m | €23.00 | 2026-09-11 to 2026-10-30 | Book the Aqua Jewel sailing |
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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 Kissamos between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 13:15 | 23:50 | 10h 35m | Aqua Jewel | Seajets |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 13:15 | 23:50 | 10h 35m | Aqua Jewel | Seajets |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Piraeus to Kissamos?
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Kissamos (Crete) are scheduled 2 times over the next 14 days, roughly one a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Thursday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 30 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Piraeus to Kissamos today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Athens (Piraeus) to Kissamos (Crete) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 27 August 2026, at 13:15. Departures fall on Thursday.
How many ferries run from Piraeus to Kissamos this week?
1 sailing from Athens (Piraeus) to Kissamos (Crete) is scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Piraeus to Kissamos?
Scheduled departures from Athens (Piraeus) to Kissamos (Crete) leave at 13:15.
How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Kissamos?
The crossing from Athens (Piraeus) to Kissamos (Crete) takes 10h 35m.
How much does the Piraeus to Kissamos ferry cost?
Published fares for the Athens (Piraeus) to Kissamos (Crete) ferry start from €23.00 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €70.00. Taking a vehicle is published from €30.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Piraeus to Kissamos route?
The Athens (Piraeus) to Kissamos (Crete) route is served by Seajets. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Piraeus to Kissamos 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.
- The Cyclades routes from Piraeus reach their peak in the first two weeks of August – if you travel then, book everything weeks in advance.
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