Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Symi (Gialos)
14h 25m to 17h 15m · from €80.00 · 1 operator
Piraeus to Symi at a glance
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Symi (Gialos) are scheduled 8 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 12:00 and the latest is 18:00. The crossing takes between 14h 25m and 17h 15m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €80.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €80.00 | 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 Symi Route Map
Blue Star Ferries run Piraeus to Symi with the Blue Star 2 and Blue Star Patmos, a passage of between about fourteen and seventeen hours. The ship works down through the Dodecanese, calling at several islands before Symi, so it is an overnight crossing with a good part of the following day at sea as well. Cabins are available and worth taking.
Arriving at Symi by sea is the way to see it. The harbour at Gialos is ringed by tiers of colourful Italianate mansions rising up the hillside, and the ferry comes in facing the lot. The island is small, with sponge-diving in its history, good seafood along the quay, and the Panormitis monastery on the south coast reached by road or boat.
Direct sailings from Piraeus are limited, a handful over a fortnight, with fares starting around eighty euros. Check the table below for current departures and prices. Most people arrive instead on the frequent day boats and catamarans from Rhodes, which take under an hour and a half.
Piraeus to Symi Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €80.00 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 | €80.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 |
Weekly Piraeus to Symi 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 | 12:00 | 04:40 | 16h 40m | €80.00 | 2026-09-06 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 13:00 | 06:15 | 17h 15m | €80.00 | 2026-08-20 to 2026-08-27 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 14:00 | 06:15 | 16h 15m | €80.00 | 2026-09-03 to 2026-09-24 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 15:00 | 06:10 | 15h 10m | €80.00 | now to 2026-08-30 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 15:00 | 05:25 | 14h 25m | €80.00 | 2026-09-15 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 15:00 | 07:30 | 16h 30m | €80.00 | 2026-10-01 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Patmos conventional | 17:00 | 07:25 | 14h 25m | €80.00 | now to 2026-09-08 | Book the Blue Star Patmos sailing | |
| Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star 2 conventional | 18:00 | 08:40 | 14h 40m | €80.00 | now to 2026-08-31 | Book the Blue Star 2 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 Symi between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 2026-08-24 | 18:00 | 08:40 | 14h 40m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-08-25 | 17:00 | 07:25 | 14h 25m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-08-27 | 13:00 | 06:15 | 17h 15m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-08-30 | 15:00 | 06:10 | 15h 10m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Mon 2026-08-31 | 18:00 | 08:40 | 14h 40m | Blue Star 2 | Blue Star Ferries |
| Tue 2026-09-01 | 17:00 | 07:25 | 14h 25m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Thu 2026-09-03 | 14:00 | 06:15 | 16h 15m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 2026-09-06 | 12:00 | 04:40 | 16h 40m | Blue Star Patmos | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Piraeus to Symi?
Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Symi (Gialos) are scheduled 8 times over the next 14 days, roughly 4 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. 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 Symi today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Athens (Piraeus) to Symi (Gialos) today. Departure time: 18:00.
How many ferries run from Piraeus to Symi this week?
4 sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Symi (Gialos) 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 Symi?
On a day with a service the first ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Symi (Gialos) usually leaves at 17:00. Across the published schedule departure times range from 12:00 to 18:00.
How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Symi?
The fastest crossing from Athens (Piraeus) to Symi (Gialos) takes 14h 25m and the slowest 17h 15m.
How much does the Piraeus to Symi ferry cost?
Published fares for the Athens (Piraeus) to Symi (Gialos) ferry start from €80.00 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 Symi route?
The Athens (Piraeus) to Symi (Gialos) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Piraeus to Symi 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 Symi, the neoclassical mansions in shades of ochre, terracotta, and gold rising above the harbour of Gialos form one of the most striking port scenes in the Dodecanese. St Georges Bay on the island's east coast offers some of the best swimming in the area, and the island is a short ferry ride from Rhodes.
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