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Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia

The Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia ferry is serviced by 2 ferry companies: Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia ferries take around 8 hours 30 minutes. The ferry costs between £71 and £408, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia.

Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia Ferry Times

The first Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia ferry typically departs from Athens (Piraeus) at around 17:30. The last ferry usually departs at 20:30.

How long is the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia?

The Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia ferry trip can take around 8 hours 30 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 7 hours 10 minutes with . Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 3 weekly sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia provided by Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Timetables can change from season to season.

Blue Star Ferries provide 3 sailings weekly. SeaJets provide 0 sailings weekly.

Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia Ferry Prices

Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia ferry prices typically range between £71* and £408*. The average price is typically £143*. The cheapest Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia ferry prices start from £71*. The average price for a foot passenger is £80*. The average price for a car is £197*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated March 25.

How far is it from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia?

The distance between Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia is approximately 143.7 miles (231.3km) or 125 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia ferry?

Yes, Blue Star Ferries ferries allow cars on board ferries between Athens (Piraeus) and Iraklia. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Athens (Piraeus) and Iraklia.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Blue Star Ferries ferries between Athens (Piraeus) and Iraklia.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia with Blue Star Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Athens to Cyclades Islands page.
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Athens (Piraeus) - Iraklia Ferry Route summary
Departure DestinationAthens
DestinationCyclades Islands
No. of Operators2
OperatorsBlue Star Ferries & SeaJets
Average Price£143
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings3
Average Sailing Duration8 h 30 m
Fastest Sailing Duration7 h 10 m
First Ferry17:30
Last Ferry20:30
Distance125 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia Ferry Most Popular Questions

  • How long is the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia?

    The ferry crossing time from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia is approximately 8 hours 30 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

  • How much is the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia?

    Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia is £143. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia?

    There are 2 popular ferry operators for Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia. These are

  • How can I book ferry tickets from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia?

    Book ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers. 

  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia with

  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia?

    Yes, you can travel on the ferry with a car from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia with

  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia?

    Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with:

  • How far is Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia?

    The distance from Athens (Piraeus) to Iraklia is 125 nautical miles.

Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia Ferry reviews

  • "Oops! You left us all behind in Paros!!"

    We queued in the correct ‘pens’ in Paros, our ferry arrived….but no-one opened our gates 3&4 where we were waiting, and the ferry left without us. Luckily for us, there was another of your ferries 1/2 hr later, and we all got on that! It was traumatic to see our ferry depart without us.

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  • "Super traversée !"

    Pour un prix plus que raisonnable dans la section économique, et si vous arrivez tôt, vous aurez un siège très confortable à l'intérieur du bateau. Et le café du comptoir restaurant est délicieux !

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  • "Great Trip"

    Travelling between Piraeus and Naxos was fast, comfortable and very pleasant. The ferries are super clean with plenty of seating and facilities. Lots of staff on hand to provide guidance on where to go. Service was on time. Food was ok and reasonably priced.

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  • "Another great trip with Blue Star Naxos"

    Excellent trip back to Athens from Paros on Blue Star Naxos. It’s worth paying that little extra to travel Business Class where the lounge is quiet and restful and with excellent waiter service throughout the trip.

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Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The port city of Piraeus in Greece lies on the Saronic Gulf in the Attica region of the country and forms part of the Athens urban area, with the centre of Athens located some 12 km from the port. The centre of Piraeus is generally congested with traffic and tends not to be place where tourists would go. The area has many of the facilities you would expect of a non-tourist town: banks, public buildings, pedestrian areas, shopping streets and the like. The area around Zea Marina and Mikrolimano Harbour are perhaps the most attractive part of Piraeus and have a good selection of restaurants, cafes and bars.

Piraeus is Greece's main port and the largest in Europe and the third largest in the world. Unsurprisingly, it is the hub of Greece's maritime industries and the base for its merchant navy. Having recently undergone a refurbishment, facilities at the port have improved and include ATM's, bureau de change, restaurants, cafes, bars and a number of travel agencies selling ferry tickets. destinations served by the port include the island of Crete, the Cyclades Islands, the Dodecanese Islands, the eastern parts of Greece and parts of the northern and eastern Aegean Sea.


Iraklia Guide

The small Greek island of Iraklia is located at the western edge of the Small Eastern Cyclades group of islands and only has around 100 inhabitants. The island is characterised by hills, thick vegetation, clear waters with the od shipwreck on the sea floor, and scenic bays which all combine to make it one of the most unspoilt islands of the Cyclades. For nature lovers the island is home to the Mediterranean seal and the marine turtle, Caretta Caretta. The island only has two villages. Ayios Georgios, which is home to the island's harbour, and Panayia.

Perhaps because the island is so small its history remains largely unknown with speculation that is may have been a Minoan settlement in the 2nd century BC, as there is an similar city in Crete. Under Venetian and Ottoman rule, the island paid taxes but it seems that it was the only obligation the Iraklians had.

From the island's port there are ferries available that depart to the Port of Piraeus with a crossing time of between 8 and 10 hours, depending on itinerary. There are also ferry services to the other islands of the Small Cyclades and to Naxos and Amorgos.

Piraeus to Iraklia Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 17/03/2025 and 23/03/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 17:30 02:00 8 hours 30 minutes Mon
Blue Star Ferries 18:30 01:50 7 hours 20 minutes Sat

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