Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Serifos (Livadi)

The ferry from Piraeus to Serifos is one of the classic Cyclades crossings — a direct link between Greece’s busiest port and a strikingly beautiful island that somehow avoids the crowds of its better-known neighbours. The route runs year-round, so you can visit Serifos in any season, though winter sailings are less frequent and the weather can be lively out in the open Aegean. Our Piraeus port guide covers the gate system and getting to the port, worth a read if this is your first sailing from there.

On average, you can expect around 3 ferries per day across the year. Summer months bring up to 4 daily sailings, giving you real flexibility with your timing. In winter, service drops back to roughly 2 sailings a day, so it pays to plan ahead and check the schedule before you commit to your dates.

Piraeus to Serifos Ferry Fares

Weekly Piraeus to Serifos 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

Do you need a car on Serifos?

Not strictly. Chora sits on a hill about 4.5km above the port at Livadi, and a bus, roughly fifteen minutes for two euros, runs regularly between the two in summer. A car or scooter, hired from the small handful of offices in Livadi, makes sense for reaching the island's scattered beaches, but book ahead: the rental fleet is limited and August sells out fast. Compare prices at Discover Cars.

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 Serifos between 4 September 2026 and 17 September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Piraeus to Serifos 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.
• In Serifos, the hilltop Chora perched dramatically above the port is one of the most striking capital towns in the Cyclades, with chapels, churches, and windmills scattered through its whitewashed lanes. The island's beaches are never overcrowded, and the walking trails connecting them reward those who prefer to explore on foot.

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