Ferry from Sitia (Crete) to Athens (Piraeus)
13h 20m to 14h 30m · from €59.00 · 1 operator
Sitia to Piraeus at a glance
Ferries from Sitia (Crete) to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. The earliest departure in that window is 00:10 and the latest is 18:40. The crossing takes between 13h 20m and 14h 30m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Blue Star Ferries. Published fares start from €59.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Friday and Sunday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 28 February 2027.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €59.00 | Book now |
|---|---|---|
| ECO Seat | €59.00 | Book now |
| AB43 Cabin | €92.50 | Book now |
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 28 February 2027. Sailings beyond that date have not been announced yet.
Sitia to Piraeus through the year
Over the last 12 months it ran all year, busiest in September (2 or 3 times a week).
Sailings a day, last 12 months
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Month by month
| Month | Sailings | Days with a sailing | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2025 | 9 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| December 2025 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| January 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| February 2026 | 8 | 8 of 28 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| March 2026 | 8 | 8 of 31 | about twice a week |
| April 2026 | 7 | 7 of 30 | about twice a week |
| May 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| June 2026 | 8 | 8 of 30 | about twice a week |
| July 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| August 2026 | 10 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| September 2026 | 10 | 9 of 30 | 2 or 3 times a week |
| October 2026 | 9 | 9 of 31 | 2 or 3 times a week |
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These are the sailings we recorded on this route from November 2025 to October 2026. They show what ran then, not a forecast: timetables change from year to year.
Sitia to Piraeus Route Map
Blue Star Ferries' Blue Star Chios runs from Sitia to Piraeus in around twelve and a half to fourteen hours, depending on the routeing and the calls made on the way. Fares start around €59. It is a long conventional crossing on a full-size ship with cabins, restaurants and vehicle decks, and most people treat it as an overnight passage.
Piraeus is the main port of Athens and one of the busiest passenger ports in Europe, spread across numbered gates from E1 to E12. The metro terminus at Piraeus station connects straight into central Athens, and buses to the airport leave from outside the port. It is worth confirming which gate you arrive at, as walking between the far ends of the harbour takes a good while.
Sailings run a couple of times a week rather than nightly, since this is the tail end of the long Dodecanese line rather than a dedicated Crete service. The current timetable and fares are shown below. The nightly Heraklion to Piraeus ferries are the more frequent alternative if the dates do not work.
Weekly Sitia 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 Sitia.
Blue Star Ferries
Book Blue Star Ferries tickets| Days | Departs |
|---|---|
| 00:10 | |
| 18:40 |
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Sailings already published, month by month
The operators have published sailings on this route from 13 November 2026 to 28 February 2027. Times this far ahead can still change, so check your date before you book.
- November 2026: sails on 6 of the 18 days from 13 November, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 00:10, latest 18:40. Fastest crossing 13h 20m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- December 2026: sails on 8 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 00:10, latest 22:40. Fastest crossing 13h 20m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- January 2027: sails on 10 of 31 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 00:10, latest 22:40. Fastest crossing 13h 20m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
- February 2027: sails on 8 of 28 days, 1 sailing a day on those days. Earliest departure 00:10, latest 18:40. Fastest crossing 13h 20m. Conventional ferries: Blue Star Ferries.
Sitia to Piraeus Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €59.00 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 | €59.00 | Blue Star Ferries | Blue Star Chios |
Ticket classes by operator
Prices for a single adult or vehicle, one way: the cheapest fare on sale for each ticket type, from the operators’ booking systems or published price lists. Fares change, so check the price when you book.
Blue Star Ferries
| Ticket type | Category | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| AB43 Cabin | cabin | €92.50 |
| AB44 Cabin | cabin | €92.50 |
| AB4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €92.50 |
| AB4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €92.50 |
| A43 Cabin | cabin | €94.00 |
| A44 Cabin | cabin | €94.00 |
| A4PET3 Cabin | cabin | €94.00 |
| A4PET4 Cabin | cabin | €94.00 |
| AB42 Cabin | cabin | €104.00 |
| AB4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €104.00 |
| A22 Cabin | cabin | €107.00 |
| A42 Cabin | cabin | €107.00 |
| A4PET2 Cabin | cabin | €107.00 |
| AB4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €134.50 |
| A21 Cabin | cabin | €139.00 |
| A4PET1 Cabin | cabin | €139.00 |
| ECO Seat | passenger | €59.00 |
| ATS3 Seat | passenger | €64.00 |
| Vehicles (cars, motorbikes) | vehicle | price not published: check with the operator |
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 in Sitia?
Yes, a car is genuinely useful here. Sitia sits about 130km, roughly two hours' drive, east of Heraklion, on the quieter side of Crete. A limited KTEL bus reaches the palm forest at Vai (28km) in summer, but a car gives easier access to Toplou Monastery and Sitia's beaches. Rental offices operate in Sitia town and at the small local airport; compare prices at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Sitia to Piraeus between 13 November 2026 and 26 November 2026.
| Date | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Vessel | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri 13 November | 00:10 | 13:30 | 13h 20m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 15 November | 18:40 | 09:10 next day | 14h 30m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Fri 20 November | 00:10 | 13:30 | 13h 20m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
| Sun 22 November | 18:40 | 09:10 next day | 14h 30m | Blue Star Chios | Blue Star Ferries |
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Sitia to Piraeus?
Ferries from Sitia (Crete) to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, 2 or 3 times a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Friday and Sunday. Operators have published this route's timetable as far as 28 February 2027, and nothing beyond that date has been announced yet.
Are there ferries from Sitia to Piraeus today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Sitia (Crete) to Athens (Piraeus) today. Departure time: 00:10.
How many ferries run from Sitia to Piraeus this week?
2 sailings from Sitia (Crete) to Athens (Piraeus) are scheduled over the next seven days, about one a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Sitia to Piraeus?
The first ferry from Sitia (Crete) to Athens (Piraeus) leaves at 00:10 and the last at 18:40.
How long is the ferry from Sitia to Piraeus?
The fastest crossing from Sitia (Crete) to Athens (Piraeus) takes 13h 20m and the slowest 14h 30m.
How much does the Sitia to Piraeus ferry cost?
Published fares for the Sitia (Crete) to Athens (Piraeus) ferry start from €59.00 on a conventional ferry. A cabin berth is published from €92.50. The figure you pay depends on the vessel, the ticket class and the date you travel.
Which ferry companies operate the Sitia to Piraeus route?
The Sitia (Crete) to Athens (Piraeus) route is served by Blue Star Ferries. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Sitia to Piraeus ferry
- Disembarkation announcements are made in Greek and English on most vessels; listen for your port name as the ferry approaches.
- Summer schedules are published by most operators in late March or April; check them as soon as they appear if you are planning a July or August trip.
- 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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