Ferry from Sikinos to Athens (Piraeus)
8h 25m to 9h 50m · from €48.00 · 1 operator
Sikinos to Piraeus at a glance
Ferries from Sikinos to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 4 times over the next 9 days, every other day. The earliest departure in that window is 11:10 and the latest is 11:15. The crossing takes between 8h 25m and 9h 50m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Fast Ferries. Published fares start from €48.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 1 November 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €48.00 | 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 1 November 2026. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Sikinos to Piraeus through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in August (about one a day).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 2025 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| November 2025 | 13 | 13 of 30 | every other day |
| December 2025 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| January 2026 | 11 | 11 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 11 | 11 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 14 | 14 of 31 | every other day |
| April 2026 | 14 | 14 of 30 | every other day |
| May 2026 | 13 | 13 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 17 | 17 of 30 | every other day |
| July 2026 | 22 | 22 of 31 | most days |
| August 2026 | 26 | 26 of 31 | about one a day |
| September 2026 | 15 | 15 of 30 | every other day |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from October 2025 to September 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Sikinos to Piraeus Route Map
Fast Ferries works the Sikinos to Piraeus route with the Dionisios Solomos, a conventional ship that calls at several Cycladic islands on the way north. The passage takes roughly seven to eight and a half hours depending on the stops. There is plenty of deck space and a decent indoor lounge, and vehicles are carried.
Piraeus is the main port of Athens, a few kilometres southwest of the city centre and one of the busiest passenger ports in Europe. It is a big, spread-out place with numbered gates from E1 to E12, so check which gate you are arriving at before you plan onward transport. The metro and suburban rail terminus sits by the harbour and runs straight into central Athens.
The crossing runs several times a week rather than daily, thinning out considerably outside the summer months. Current departure dates, journey times and fares are shown in the table below, with tickets usually starting around €48. If the timing does not suit, hopping to Folegandros or Santorini first opens up a much wider choice of Piraeus sailings.
Sikinos to Piraeus Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €48.00 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 | €48.00 | Fast Ferries | Dionisios Solomos |
Official maximum fares on subsidised sailings
These are ceilings set by ministerial decision for public-service (PSO) sailings, quoted net of VAT and port dues. They are the most an operator may charge on a subsidised departure, not a fare on sale, and they do not apply to commercial sailings on the same route.
| Ticket type | Category | Maximum, net | Valid to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Passenger, conventional ferry | passenger | €20.54 | 2027-04-30 |
| Passenger, conventional ferry (vessel <10y) | passenger | €24.64 | 2027-04-30 |
| Passenger, high-speed | passenger | €41.07 | 2027-04-30 |
| Car up to 4.25m | vehicle | €72.04 | 2027-04-30 |
Weekly Sikinos to Piraeus 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fast Ferries | Dionisios Solomos conventional | 11:10 | 19:40 | 8h 30m | €48.00 | 2026-11-01 to 2026-11-01 | Book the Dionisios Solomos sailing | |
| Fast Ferries | Dionisios Solomos conventional | 11:15 | 19:40 | 8h 25m | €48.00 | 2026-10-11 to 2026-10-25 | Book the Dionisios Solomos sailing | |
| Fast Ferries | Dionisios Solomos conventional | 11:15 | 19:45 | 8h 30m | €48.00 | 2026-10-13 to 2026-10-27 | Book the Dionisios Solomos sailing | |
| Fast Ferries | Dionisios Solomos conventional | 11:15 | 21:05 | 9h 50m | €48.00 | 2026-10-22 to 2026-10-29 | Book the Dionisios Solomos 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.
Do you need to rent a car on Sikinos?
Probably not. Sikinos has just two settlements, the port at Alopronia and Chora 3.5km uphill, linked by an hourly bus. Only two small rental outfits operate on the island, with stock limited in August, so most visitors get by on foot and the bus. If you want the freedom, check Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Sikinos to Piraeus between 24 October 2026 and 6 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 2026-10-25 | 11:15 | 19:40 | 8h 25m | Dionisios Solomos | Fast Ferries |
| Tue 2026-10-27 | 11:15 | 19:45 | 8h 30m | Dionisios Solomos | Fast Ferries |
| Thu 2026-10-29 | 11:15 | 21:05 | 9h 50m | Dionisios Solomos | Fast Ferries |
| Sun 2026-11-01 | 11:10 | 19:40 | 8h 30m | Dionisios Solomos | Fast Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Sikinos to Piraeus?
Ferries from Sikinos to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 4 times over the next 9 days, every other day. In that fortnight there are departures on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 1 November 2026, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Sikinos to Piraeus today?
No, there are no scheduled departures from Sikinos to Athens (Piraeus) today. The next sailing in the published timetable is on 25 October 2026, at 11:15. Departures fall on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.
How many ferries run from Sikinos to Piraeus this week?
3 sailings from Sikinos to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs. The busiest day is Sundays.
What time is the first ferry from Sikinos to Piraeus?
Scheduled departures from Sikinos to Athens (Piraeus) leave at 11:10 and 11:15.
How long is the ferry from Sikinos to Piraeus?
The fastest crossing from Sikinos to Athens (Piraeus) takes 8h 25m and the slowest 9h 50m.
How much does the Sikinos to Piraeus ferry cost?
Published fares for the Sikinos to Athens (Piraeus) ferry start from €48.00 on a conventional ferry. Some departures on this route are subsidised public-service sailings, on which a ministerial decision sets the maximum passenger fare at €20.54 net of VAT and port dues. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Sikinos to Piraeus route?
The Sikinos to Athens (Piraeus) route is served by Fast Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Sikinos to Piraeus ferry
- If you are departing from a remote island port rather than the main town, confirm the location in advance – some islands have more than one port.
- Travel insurance covering ferry cancellations due to weather is worth considering if your trip depends on reaching a specific island on a specific date.
- 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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