Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Mesta (Chios)
7h · from €40.00 · 1 operator
Piraeus to Mesta at a glance
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Mesta (Chios) are scheduled 1 time over the next 14 days, roughly 0 a week. Departures in that window are at 14:00. The crossing takes 7h. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €49.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Saturday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 August 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €49.00 | 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 August 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Piraeus to Mesta Route Map
Blue Star Ferries run a small number of sailings from Piraeus to Mesta on the southwest coast of Chios, using the Blue Star Patmos. The crossing takes around seven hours, generally overnight, on a full-sized car ferry with cabins and deck seating. It is a useful direct approach to the southern end of Chios without going via the main town.
Mesta itself is a fortified medieval village in the mastic-producing Mastichochoria, and it is the reason most people come. The stone lanes were laid out defensively against pirate raids and still form a labyrinth, with the village feeling more inland than coastal despite the nearby harbour. Mastic heritage, traditional tavernas and the neighbouring villages of Pyrgi and Olympi fill an easy couple of days.
Sailings are infrequent, roughly weekly and seasonal, so build your plans around the timetable rather than the other way round. Current departures and fares are shown below, starting around forty euros. Chios town, the island's main port with far more frequent connections, is about thirty kilometres away by road.
Piraeus to Mesta Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €49.00 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 | €49.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos |
Weekly Piraeus to Mesta 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 | 14:00 | 21:00 | 7h | €49.00 | now to 2026-08-29 | 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 Mesta between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 2026-08-29 | 14:00 | 21:00 | 7h | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Piraeus to Mesta?
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Mesta (Chios) are scheduled 1 time over the next 14 days, roughly 0 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Saturday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 29 August 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Piraeus to Mesta today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Athens (Piraeus) to Mesta (Chios) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 29 August 2026, at 14:00. Departures fall on Saturday.
How many ferries run from Piraeus to Mesta this week?
1 sailing from Athens (Piraeus) to Mesta (Chios) 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 Mesta?
Scheduled departures from Athens (Piraeus) to Mesta (Chios) leave at 14:00.
How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Mesta?
The crossing from Athens (Piraeus) to Mesta (Chios) takes 7h.
How much does the Piraeus to Mesta ferry cost?
Published fares for the Athens (Piraeus) to Mesta (Chios) ferry start from €49.00 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 Mesta route?
The Athens (Piraeus) to Mesta (Chios) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Piraeus to Mesta 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 meltemi is a reliable, predictable wind – sailors and ferry operators know its pattern well. It blows hard in the afternoon but often eases overnight.
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