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Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Schinoussa

6h 45m to 8h 50m · from €43.00 · 1 operator

Piraeus to Schinoussa at a glance

Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Schinoussa are scheduled 5 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 06:45 and the latest is 17:30. The crossing takes between 6h 45m and 8h 50m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €52.50 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 30 October 2026.

Sailings / 14 days5
Per day0.4
First departure06:45
Last departure17:30
Fastest6h 45m
Slowest8h 50m
Fares from€43.00
Operators1

Tickets from

Conventional ferry€52.50Book now
SUPER ECONOMY€20.00Book now
CABIN A3 outside€59.50Book now
Moto€17.00Book now

Lowest published figure for each kind of ticket, one way. The price you pay depends on the sailing and the date you choose.

Sailings in the next fortnight run on Tue, Thu and Sun
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Operators have published this route's timetable to 30 October 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.

Piraeus to Schinoussa Route Map

Map of the Cyclades showing the ferry route south-east from Piraeus, the port of Athens, to Mersini on Schinoussa.

The Piraeus to Schinoussa ferry is your gateway to one of the quieter corners of the Cyclades. Schinoussa belongs to the Small Cyclades group, a cluster of islands scattered between Naxos and Amorgos that most visitors sail straight past — which is precisely what makes them worth seeking out. The route runs year-round, so whether you are travelling in the height of summer or in the quieter shoulder months, you can get there by sea.

On average, you can expect around 1 ferry per day on this route. It is not the most frequent sailing in the Aegean, so planning ahead and booking early pays off, particularly if you are travelling between February and September when the service is active.

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Piraeus to Schinoussa Ferry Fares

Lowest fare by vessel class

From €52.50 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 classFromOperatorVessel
Conventional ferry€52.50Blue Star FerriesBlue Star Naxos

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.

Blue Star Ferries

Ticket typeCategoryFare
CABIN A3 outsidecabin€59.50
CABIN A4 outsidecabin€59.50
CABIN A4 Pets outsidecabin€59.50
CABIN A2 outsidecabin€66.50
CABIN A1 outsidecabin€86.50
2 ADULTS + 2 CHILDREN in A4 outside cabincabin€155.00
4 ADULTS in A4 outside cabincabin€184.00
3 ADULTS + 1 CHILD in A4 outside cabincabin€184.50
SUPER ECONOMYpassenger€20.00
SPECIAL ECONOMYpassenger€29.00
ECONOMYpassenger€36.00
NUMBERED AIRCRAFT TYPE SEATSpassenger€41.00
BUSINESS CLASSpassenger€50.00
MOTOSvehicle€17.50
CAMPERS/BOATS/TRAILERS, per metervehicle€26.00
MOTOS 3 & 4 WHEELSvehicle€41.00
CARSvehicle€75.00
COMMERCIAL VEHICLESvehicle€101.50

Other companies quoting this crossing

These companies publish a tariff for the crossing but have no departure in the timetable below, which is why they are not among the operators counted for this route. Their figures are a guide to what they charge when they do sail it.

Seajets

Ticket typeCategoryFare
Economypassenger€84.70
Club - Businesspassenger€95.40
Platinumpassenger€100.40
Motovehicle€17.00
Moto 3-4 Wheelsvehicle€22.00
Car < 4.25mvehicle€115.90
Car > 4.25mvehicle€147.70

Weekly Piraeus to Schinoussa Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

OperatorVesselDaysDepartsArrivesDurationFromSeasonBook
Blue Star FerriesBlue Star Naxos conventional
Tue, Thu and Sun
06:4513:306h 45m€52.50now to 2026-09-13Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing
Blue Star FerriesBlue Star Naxos conventional
Tue
17:3002:208h 50m€52.502026-09-15 to 2026-10-27Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing
Blue Star FerriesBlue Star Naxos conventional
Sun
17:3002:208h 50m€52.502026-09-20 to 2026-10-25Book the Blue Star Naxos sailing
Blue Star FerriesBlue Star Naxos conventional
Fri
18:3002:107h 40m€52.502026-09-18 to 2026-10-30Book the Blue Star Naxos 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 Schinoussa between 4 September 2026 and 17 September 2026.

DateDepartsArrivesDurationVesselOperator
Sun 2026-09-0606:4513:306h 45mBlue Star NaxosBlue Star Ferries
Tue 2026-09-0806:4513:306h 45mBlue Star NaxosBlue Star Ferries
Thu 2026-09-1006:4513:306h 45mBlue Star NaxosBlue Star Ferries
Sun 2026-09-1306:4513:306h 45mBlue Star NaxosBlue Star Ferries
Tue 2026-09-1517:3002:208h 50mBlue Star NaxosBlue Star Ferries

Frequently Asked Questions

How often do ferries run from Piraeus to Schinoussa?

Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Schinoussa are scheduled 5 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. 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 Schinoussa today?

No, there are no scheduled departures from Athens (Piraeus) to Schinoussa today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 6 September 2026, at 06:45. Departures fall on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.

How many ferries run from Piraeus to Schinoussa this week?

3 sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Schinoussa are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest days are Tuesdays and Sundays.

What time is the first ferry from Piraeus to Schinoussa?

Scheduled departures from Athens (Piraeus) to Schinoussa leave at 06:45 and 17:30.

How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Schinoussa?

The fastest crossing from Athens (Piraeus) to Schinoussa takes 6h 45m and the slowest 8h 50m.

How much does the Piraeus to Schinoussa ferry cost?

Published fares for the Athens (Piraeus) to Schinoussa ferry start from €52.50 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €59.50. Taking a vehicle is published from €17.00. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.

Which ferry companies operate the Piraeus to Schinoussa route?

The Athens (Piraeus) to Schinoussa route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.

Tips for the Piraeus to Schinoussa 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.
  • Once you arrive in Schinoussa, one of the Small Cyclades, you'll find secluded beaches, charming villages, and an authentically unhurried pace of life well removed from the tourist trail. The island is a fine base for swimming in crystal-clear waters and exploring the local landscape on foot.

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Fares shown are the operators’ published tariffs. Timetable data as published by the operators. Updated 4 September 2026.