Aegina – Athens (Piraeus)
Ferries to Athens
Aegina – Athens (Piraeus)
Ferries to Athens
The Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) ferry route is provided by 4 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) takes approximately 40 minutes on ferries servicing this route. The ferry duration for the Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) ferry can range between 35 minutes and 1 hour 25 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 104 weekly sailings from Aegina to Athens (Piraeus).
Blue Star Ferries provide 7 sailings daily, 50 sailings weekly. Saronic Ferries provide 7 sailings daily, 42 sailings weekly. Aegean Flying Dolphins provide 4 sailings daily, 28 sailings weekly. San Lorenzo Ferries provide 3 sailings daily, 20 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Aegina Port at approximately 07:00 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 21:00. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) is with Aegean Flying Dolphins in 35 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) usually cost around $47.03.
There are currently no overnight ferries from Aegina to Athens (Piraeus).
There are cabins available on ferries from Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries & Saronic Ferries.
Yes, you can bring your car on the Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) ferry with Saronic Ferries & San Lorenzo Ferries.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Aegina Athens (Piraeus) ferry with Blue Star Ferries, Saronic Ferries, Aegean Flying Dolphins & San Lorenzo Ferries.
Passengers travelling with Blue Star Ferries can bring up to 50kg of luggage per person at no additional price. Passengers travelling with Saronic Ferries are allowed up to 40kg of luggage per person. Those travelling with Aegean Flying Dolphins are allowed up to 20kg of luggage per person. Please do not exceed this limit otherwise you may be forced to pay additional fees.
The price of a ferry from Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) can vary between $24.80 and $105.75 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $46.18, with prices ranging from $14 and $105. The average price of a car passenger is $95.52, with prices ranging from $52 and $126. All ferry prices can change from season to season. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees. 1 April 2025
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the Athens (Piraeus) ferry.
First class is available on ferries from Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, you can easily take a day trip from Aegina to Athens by ferry. Ferries run frequently between Aegina and Piraeus, the main port of Athens, with travel times ranging from about 40 minutes on high-speed ferries to 1 hour and 15 minutes on regular ferries. The service operates multiple times daily, making it convenient to explore Athens' top attractions like the Acropolis, Plaka, and the National Archaeological Museum before returning to Aegina the same day.
The best way to travel from Aegina to Athens (Piraeus) is by ferry. With 15 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
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| Aegina - Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Saronic Islands | |
| Destination Country | Athens | |
| No. of Operators | 4 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries, Saronic Ferries, Aegean Flying Dolphins & San Lorenzo Ferries | |
| Average Price | $47 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 15 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 104 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 40 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 35 m | |
| First Ferry | 07:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 21:00 | |
| Distance | 17 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 April 2025.
Part of the Saronic group of Islands in Greece, the island of Aegina is located around 17 miles from Athens. It is triangular in shape and around two thirds of the island is formed out of an extinct volcano. The island is around 6 miles from north to south and 9 miles east to west and has a great deal of fertile land where visitors can see grain, cotton, vines, almonds, olives and figs growing.
Popular with tourists are the island's beaches which are only around 40 minutes from the port of Piraeus by Hydrofoil. For travelling around the island there is a bus service from Aegina Town to destinations around the island, including Agia Marina and the fishing village of Portes on the east coast. Also of interest to visitors are the Temple of Aphaea, dedicated to its namesake who was a goddess later associated with Athena. The temple was part of a triangle of temples including the temple of Poseidon at Sounion and the Athenian Parthenon. Also on the island is the Monastery of Agios Nectarios which was dedicated to Saint Nectarios, a recent saint of the Greek Orthodox Church.
The Greek city and port of Piraeus is one of the largest ports in the whole of the Mediterranean, and the third largest in the world, and has become a major hub for the ferry network that spans the Aegean Sea. Piraeus is an important city in its own right despite the fact that it is frequently considered to be a suburb of Athens, the Greek capital, which is only a very short distance away. Despite its proximity to Athens, Piraeus' waterfront has its own distinct appearance and visitors will see that the most appealing parts of the city are located around its eastern quarter, alongside both Mikrolimano Harbour and Zea Marina. A popular event in Piraeus is the Ecocinema International Film Festival which is held annually in late February and is where a number of films are screened at the Atticon Cinema and the Cineac Cinema, which are both located in the city's Town Hall Square.
Full of restaurants, bars and nightclubs, the waterfront district was greatly redeveloped in time for the Athens Olympics and as a result a new harbour front promenade was created that is lined with trees and passes the medieval city walls. The walls serve as a reminder and as an insight into the city's rich past.
