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Ferry from Vathi to Piraeus (Athens)

The Vathi Piraeus ferry route connects Samos with Athens. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Hellenic Seaways. The crossing operates up to 4 times each week with sailing durations from around 8 hours 30 minutes.

Vathi Piraeus sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Samos to Athens page.
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Vathi - Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Route Summary
Departure CountrySamos
Destination CountryAthens
No. of Operators1
OperatorsBlue Star Ferries
Average Price$161
Average Daily Sailings1
Average Weekly Sailings2
Average Sailing Duration10 h 40 m
Fastest Sailing Duration8 h 30 m
First Ferry03:00
Last Ferry17:10
Distance200 Nautical Miles

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

Vathi to Athens (Piraeus) Ferry Most Popular Questions

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

    The ferry crossing time from Vathi to Athens (Piraeus) is approximately 10 hours 40 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 Vathi to Athens (Piraeus)?

    Vathi to Athens (Piraeus) ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Vathi to Athens (Piraeus) is $161. Price exclusive of booking fees.

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

    Blue Star Ferries provide the ferries from Vathi to Athens (Piraeus).

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

    Book ferries from Vathi to Athens (Piraeus) 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 Vathi to Athens (Piraeus)?

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

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

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

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

    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 Vathi to Athens (Piraeus)?

    The distance from Vathi to Athens (Piraeus) is 200 nautical miles.

Vathi Guide

The town of Vathi is located on the Greek island of Samos, which lies in the north Aegean Sea, and is the island's largest town and capital. The town was built around a large bay and is full of Aegean colour and atmosphere which is just as well as tourism is the town's main source of income. The town is also home to one of three ports on the island and is located in the centre of the eastern part of the bay which is also called Vathi. Limin Vatheos or Kato Vathi, as the locals call it, is the most lively place on the island, especially during the summer tourist season. There have been many archaeological finds on the island that bear testament to the island's past. Popular with tourists is the historic church of Agios Spyridon, the building that housed the Parliament, the Town Hall and the Archaeological and the Byzantine Museum which are all evidence of the historic past of the island.

From the town's port, ferry services operate to the Greek mainland and to many other Greek islands with conventional and high speed ferries. Destinations include Piraeus, Icaria, Chios, Mytiline, the Cyclades, the islands of the North Aegean and the Dodecanese Islands.


Athens (Piraeus) Guide

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.

Vathi to Piraeus Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 3/24/2025 and 3/30/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Hellenic Seaways 03:00 12:50 9 hours 50 minutes Wed
Hellenic Seaways 12:30 23:15 10 hours 45 minutes Fri
Hellenic Seaways 15:45 02:25 10 hours 40 minutes Mon
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