Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Lipsi
8h 10m to 9h 35m · from €48.00 · 1 operator
Piraeus to Lipsi at a glance
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Lipsi are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 13:00 and the latest is 17:00. The crossing takes between 8h 10m and 9h 35m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €59.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Tuesday and Thursday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €59.00 | Book now |
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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 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Piraeus to Lipsi Route Map
Lipsi is reached from Piraeus on Blue Star Ferries services using the Blue Star Patmos, a crossing of between roughly eight and nine and a half hours. It is a call on the wider Dodecanese route rather than a dedicated service, usually running overnight and often arriving early. The ship carries cars, though the island is small enough that most people arrive on foot.
Lipsi is a quiet island between Leros and Patmos, with a village-y feel and a summer crowd that is largely Greek and Italian. The port sits directly in the main village, so you step off the ferry into the middle of town. People come for unhurried swimming and beach-hopping, Platys Gialos among them, and for long meals rather than sights, though the church of Agios Ioannis Theologos and its icon of the Panagia tou Harou are worth a look.
Direct sailings from Piraeus are limited, a couple over a fortnight, so most travellers arrive on the short local boats from Patmos or Leros instead. Current departures and fares are shown below, starting around forty-eight euros. Those local links run far more often in season and give you much more flexibility.
Piraeus to Lipsi Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €59.00 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 | €59.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
Weekly Piraeus to Lipsi 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 13:00 | 22:35 | 9h 35m | €59.00 | 2026-08-20 to 2026-08-27 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 14:00 | 23:10 | 9h 10m | €59.00 | 2026-09-03 to 2026-09-24 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 15:00 | 23:10 | 8h 10m | €59.00 | 2026-09-15 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 15:00 | 23:30 | 8h 30m | €59.00 | 2026-10-01 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 17:00 | 01:10 | 8h 10m | €59.00 | now to 2026-09-08 | Book the Blue Star Patmos 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 Lipsi between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 17:00 | 01:10 | 8h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 13:00 | 22:35 | 9h 35m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 17:00 | 01:10 | 8h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 14:00 | 23:10 | 9h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Piraeus to Lipsi?
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Lipsi are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday and Thursday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 October 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Piraeus to Lipsi today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Athens (Piraeus) to Lipsi today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 August 2026, at 17:00. Departures fall on Tuesday and Thursday.
How many ferries run from Piraeus to Lipsi this week?
2 sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Lipsi are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Piraeus to Lipsi?
Scheduled departures from Athens (Piraeus) to Lipsi leave at 13:00, 14:00 and 17:00.
How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Lipsi?
The fastest crossing from Athens (Piraeus) to Lipsi takes 8h 10m and the slowest 9h 35m.
How much does the Piraeus to Lipsi ferry cost?
Published fares for the Athens (Piraeus) to Lipsi ferry start from €59.00 on a conventional ferry. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Piraeus to Lipsi route?
The Athens (Piraeus) to Lipsi route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Piraeus to Lipsi 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.
- Aircraft-style reserved seats cost a little more than deck class and are worth it on longer crossings if cabins are beyond your budget.
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