Ferry from Tinos to Athens (Piraeus)

Tinos and Piraeus sit at opposite ends of one of the Cyclades' busiest shipping lanes, and the connection between them is a working artery rather than a novelty route -- islanders, pilgrims heading to the Church of Panagia Evangelistria, and holidaymakers all use it in roughly equal measure. The crossing runs the open water of the central Aegean, so it is fully exposed rather than sheltered, and it is worth keeping an eye on wind forecasts if you are booking a fast catamaran close to your travel date. Check the schedule box above for the latest confirmed sailing dates before you commit to onward plans.

Coverage is strongest through the main summer months, when there are several sailings a day, easing back a little as the season winds down into autumn. Because operators file each season in stages, later months are added to the table below once they are confirmed -- an absence for a given month simply means it has not been published yet, not that the route has stopped running.

SeaJets runs the fast high-speed option, cutting the trip to a couple of hours but sitting higher and lighter on the water, which makes it more sensitive to a stiff meltemi. Blue Star's conventional ferries take considerably longer but ride the swell more steadily, and their larger open decks are a pleasant place to watch Tinos and the surrounding islands sink below the horizon. Which one suits you depends on whether you would rather save time or spend the crossing outside.

Tinos to Piraeus Ferry Fares

Weekly Tinos to Piraeus Ferry Schedule

The repeating pattern behind the dated timetable, without dates. Each row is one scheduled departure and the days it runs.

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 Tinos?

Not strictly, since Tinos has one of the Cyclades' better bus networks and buses reach most villages from Tinos Town, but only a handful of times a day. With well over 30 villages scattered across the island and many worth a stop, a hire car gives you the freedom to see more than the three or four the bus timetable allows; compare suppliers at Discover Cars.

Next 14 days

Every scheduled departure from Tinos to Piraeus between 16 October 2026 and 29 October 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tips for the Tinos to Piraeus ferry

• Tinos has two ports – most ferries now use the new port about ten minutes from town, while only the Flyingcat catamaran still departs from the old port right in Tinos Town centre. Check which one is named on your ticket.
• If you are travelling with a vehicle, check in at least an hour before departure. Foot passengers can check in from 30 minutes before sailing, though it is worth allowing extra time in Tinos during busy summer sailings.
• The port sits a short walk from the Panagia Evangelistria church, so around 15 August – the island's main pilgrimage day – expect the harbourfront and surrounding streets to be extremely crowded with visitors arriving and departing by ferry.
• Greek coffee on ferries is reliably good – a frappe or freddo espresso on the outside deck is one of the pleasures of Aegean travel.
• 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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