Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Koufonissi

Koufonissi is one of the Small Cyclades, and the crossing from Piraeus comes in two quite different forms. Seajets run the Champions League Jet 1, which does the run in around four hours, while the Blue Star Naxos takes closer to seven and a half on the conventional service. The slower boat is steadier in wind and easier if you have luggage or a hire car booked at the other end; the high-speed is the one to pick if you want the day at the beach.

Arrival is straightforward because the port sits right at the edge of the main village, so there is essentially no transfer to speak of. Ano Koufonissi is the inhabited island of the pair, small enough to walk across, with Pori and Fanos among the beaches people come for. It stays low-rise and small-scale despite its popularity, and the neighbouring island of Kato Koufonissi is uninhabited.

Between the two operators there are usually two or three departures a day through the summer, thinning out sharply outside the season. The timetable below shows what is currently running along with fares, which start around €43. Koufonissi also sits on the Naxos-based Small Cyclades circuit, so connections onward to Schinoussa, Iraklia and Donousa are easy to arrange.

Piraeus to Koufonissi Ferry Fares

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Piraeus to Koufonissi 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.
• Washing clothes at island laundries (found on almost every inhabited island) means you can travel with less; a 3–4 day supply of clothing is usually enough.

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