Athens (Piraeus) – Chania
Ferries to Crete
Athens (Piraeus) – Chania
Ferries to Crete
The Athens (Piraeus) to Chania ferry route is provided by 1 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Athens (Piraeus) to Chania takes approximately 9 hours 15 minutes on ferries servicing this route. The ferry duration for the Athens (Piraeus) to Chania ferry can range between 8 hours and 9 hours 15 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 7 weekly sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Chania.
Blue Star Ferries provide 1 sailing daily, 7 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Athens (Piraeus) Port at approximately 10:00 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 23:00. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Chania is with Blue Star Ferries in 8 hours.
The fastest ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Chania usually cost around $294.29.
There are overnight ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Chania. The overnight ferry leaves the port of Piraeus at 21:00 and arrives in Chania at 06:15.
There are cabins available on ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Chania with Blue Star Ferries.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Chania.
Yes, you can bring your car on the Athens (Piraeus) to Chania ferry with Blue Star Ferries.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Athens (Piraeus) Chania ferry with Blue Star Ferries.
Passengers travelling with Blue Star Ferries are allowed up to 50kg of luggage per person at no extra cost. Please do not exceed this limit otherwise you may be forced to pay additional fees.
The price of a ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Chania can vary between $107.59 and $641.16 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $196.15, with prices ranging from $54 and $366. The average price of a car is $482.77, with prices ranging from $133 and $681. 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 Chania ferry.
First class is available on ferries from Athens (Piraeus) to Chania with Blue Star Ferries.
Unfortunately, you cannot take a day trip from Athens to Chania by ferry as the sailing duration is too long. We recommend that you at least stay overnight to make your ferry journey worthwhile.
Flying from Athens to Chania is the faster and more efficient option, taking about 1 hour. Ferries, on the other hand, take around 6 to 9 hours, depending on the route. While ferries offer a more leisurely and scenic journey, flying is the clear choice for those seeking speed and convenience.
The best way to travel from Athens (Piraeus) to Chania is by ferry. With 1 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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| Athens (Piraeus) - Chania Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Athens | |
| Destination Country | Crete | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Blue Star Ferries | |
| Average Price | $291 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 7 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 9 h 15 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 8 h | |
| First Ferry | 10:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:00 | |
| Distance | 135 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 April 2025.
As the port of Athens is so large, please keep in mind from which gate your ferry departs. There is a free shuttle bus service available every 20 minutes and transports passengers from E7 to gates E1, E2, E3. Passengers can easily reach Piraeus port from Athens city centre by taking Line 1 (Green Line) from Monastiraki station. This journey takes approximately 30 minutes and drops passengers between gates E5 and E6 at the terminal. Metro tickets are available for purchase at any metro station or transport ticket office. Please be mindful that the metro only operates between 06:30 to 23:30 on weekdays and finishes at 01:00 on weekends.
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.
