Ferry from Poros to Athens (Piraeus)

Poros to Piraeus is the workhorse route of the Saronic Gulf, run by Hellenic Seaways, Magic Sea Ferries and Saronic Ferries between them. The Aero highspeed catamarans do it in a little under an hour, while the conventional car ferries take up to about three, calling at Methana and Aegina on the way. Which you want depends on whether you are carrying a vehicle and how much of the gulf you want to see.

Piraeus is the main port of Athens and one of the busiest passenger ports in Europe, a few kilometres southwest of the city centre. The metro terminus sits beside the harbour and runs straight into central Athens, which makes onward travel simple. It is a sprawling port with numbered gates from E1 to E12, so check which gate you are landing at and where the taxi rank or metro entrance is from there.

Departures are frequent, several a day and more in high summer, so this is a route you can take more or less on the day. Current times and fares are shown below. From Piraeus you can pick up ferries to the Cyclades, Crete and the Dodecanese, and the airport is reachable by metro with one change.

Weekly Poros to Piraeus Ferry Schedule

What each ferry company has published for the four weeks from 13 November 2026 to 10 December 2026: the days it sails and its departure times from Poros.

Poros to Piraeus Ferry Fares

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.

Do you need a car on Poros?

Not really. Poros is small, about 7 by 4 miles, and cars are banned from the tiny town centre in summer, so everyone parks near the port and walks. Scooters are cheap and cover the rest of the island easily, and small boats run constantly from the port to the beaches. Car hire does exist if you'd rather have four wheels; check current listings at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Poros to Piraeus between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Poros to Piraeus ferry

• The sea temperature in the Aegean ranges from around 15°C in winter to 27–28°C in late summer; falling overboard in winter is a serious emergency.
• If you are flexible on timing, the first sailing of the day is often less crowded than mid-morning departures on popular routes.
• Christmas and New Year see a small surge in domestic ferry travel, though nothing approaching Easter levels; book a week or two in advance.
• Ferries from Piraeus depart from the main port of Athens, giving easy access to the Acropolis, the world-class Acropolis Museum, and the ancient Agora. The historic Plaka neighbourhood at the foot of the Acropolis hill, with its neoclassical lanes, Roman ruins, and traditional tavernas, is the most atmospheric place to spend time before or after your crossing.

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