Ferry from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Athens (Lavrio)
5h 45m to 5h 50m · from €18.00 · 1 operator
Syros to Lavrio at a glance
Ferries from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Athens (Lavrio) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. The earliest departure in that window is 07:00 and the latest is 10:35. The crossing takes between 5h 45m and 5h 50m, depending on the vessel. The route is served by 1 operator: Hellenic Seaways. Published fares start from €18.00 on a conventional ferry. There are sailings on Monday and Thursday during the next fortnight. Operators have published this timetable as far as 29 October 2026.
Tickets from
| Conventional ferry | €18.00 | 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.
Syros to Lavrio Route Map
Syros to Lavrio is a mainland-bound crossing that avoids Piraeus altogether, taking a shade under six hours on the Artemis of Hellenic Seaways. It is a conventional ferry on a routing that calls at other Cycladic islands on the way, which is what makes it a long leg for the distance covered. There is plenty of seating and deck space, so the length is manageable.
Lavrio sits on the southeast coast of Attica, an old silver-mining town that now works as a secondary ferry gateway for Athens. The port is compact and easy to walk out of, and it is a much calmer arrival than the sprawl of Piraeus. The Temple of Poseidon at Sounio is a short drive south along the coast if you have time to spare.
The service runs a couple of times a week rather than daily, so it needs planning around; the current timetable and fares are shown below. Deck fares start around €18. Bear in mind Lavrio is well outside central Athens, so allow for the bus or taxi transfer into the city or across to the airport.
Syros to Lavrio Ferry Fares
Lowest fare by vessel class
From €18.00 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 | €18.00 | Hellenic Seaways | Artemis |
Weekly Syros to Lavrio 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hellenic Seaways | Artemis conventional | 07:00 | 12:50 | 5h 50m | €18.00 | now to 2026-10-26 | Book the Artemis sailing | |
| Hellenic Seaways | Artemis conventional | 10:35 | 16:20 | 5h 45m | €18.00 | now to 2026-10-29 | Book the Artemis sailing |
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Hiring a car
Can you rent a car at Lavrio port?
Rental desks at Lavrio itself are scarce; the port is a working harbour about 60km southeast of Athens and roughly 40km from Athens airport, a 30-40 minute drive. Most people picking up a car for a Cycladic ferry from here collect it at the airport or in Athens beforehand, or arrange supplier delivery to the port; compare options at Discover Cars.
Can you rent a car in Syros?
Yes, and rental desks cluster right in Ermoupoli, a short walk from where the ferry docks. Syros Town itself is easily walkable, but a car earns its keep for reaching Kini, Galissas and Poseidonia beaches, each 8-10km away on the other side of the island. Compare prices across local suppliers at Discover Cars.
Next 14 days
Every scheduled departure from Syros to Lavrio between 24 August 2026 and 6 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do ferries run from Syros to Lavrio?
Ferries from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Athens (Lavrio) are scheduled 4 times over the next 14 days, roughly 2 a week. In that fortnight there are departures on Monday and Thursday. 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 Syros to Lavrio today?
Yes, there is 1 sailing from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Athens (Lavrio) today. Departure time: 07:00.
How many ferries run from Syros to Lavrio this week?
2 sailings from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Athens (Lavrio) are scheduled over the next seven days, typically 1 a day on the days it runs.
What time is the first ferry from Syros to Lavrio?
Scheduled departures from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Athens (Lavrio) leave at 07:00 and 10:35.
How long is the ferry from Syros to Lavrio?
The fastest crossing from Syros (Ermoupoli) to Athens (Lavrio) takes 5h 45m and the slowest 5h 50m.
How much does the Syros to Lavrio ferry cost?
Published fares for the Syros (Ermoupoli) to Athens (Lavrio) ferry start from €18.00 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 Syros to Lavrio route?
The Syros (Ermoupoli) to Athens (Lavrio) route is served by Hellenic Seaways. Crossings run on conventional ferries.
Tips for the Syros to Lavrio ferry
- The ferry quay sits right in Ermoupoli town centre, close to hotels, cafés and the bus station, so you can walk to most accommodation. In peak summer, arrive at least an hour early, or 60–90 minutes if you're bringing a car.
- There's no single ferry ticket office at the port – tickets are issued by several independent travel agencies clustered near the harbour, so check your booking confirmation for pickup details rather than expecting one terminal counter.
- A taxi rank is around 100 metres from the quay, but ranks empty fast in August, so pre-book a taxi or arrange a hotel transfer in advance rather than relying on hailing one on arrival.
- The pet area on most ferries is outside, on the lower vehicle deck, which can be hot in summer – check the weather before booking a pet on a summer sailing.
- The Beaufort scale is used on all official Greek weather and maritime forecasts; it is worth familiarising yourself with what each force number means in practice.
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