Athens (Piraeus)
Chania
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Athens (Piraeus) Chania Ferries

The Athens (Piraeus) Chania ferry route connects Athens with Crete and is currently operated by 3 ferry companies. Blue Star Ferries operate their crossing up to 11 times per week, Anek Superfast 10 times per week & the Minoan Lines service is available up to 7 times per week.

There are a combined 28 sailings available per week on the Athens (Piraeus) Chania crossing between Athens and Crete and with 3 ferry companies on offer it is advisable to compare all to make sure you get the best fare at the time that you want to travel.

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Athens (Piraeus) - Chania Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Anek Superfast & Minoan Lines
Average Price 227 €*
Average Daily Sailings 1
Average Weekly Sailings 8
Average Sailing Duration 8h 45m
Fastest Sailing Duration 8h 30m
First Ferry 10:00
Last Ferry 22:00
Distance 135 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2023-08-01.

Most popular questions

  • How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Chania?

    The approximate duration for ferries from Piraeus to Chania is 8h 10m. Durations can vary by operator and season.
  • How much is the ferry from Piraeus to Chania?

    Piraeus to Chania is approximately 167 €. We recommended booking in advance for the best price and availability. Price exclusive of booking fees.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Piraeus to Chania?

    3 popular ferry companies travel from Piraeus to Chania. These ferry companies are
    • Blue Star Ferries
    • Anek Superfast
    • Minoan Lines
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Piraeus to Chania?

    Book Piraeus to Chania tickets through our deal finder, where you can view the latest prices and schedules.
  • Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Piraeus to Chania?

    Yes, foot passengers are allowed onboard the ferries from Piraeus to Chania with
    • Anek Superfast
    • Minoan Lines
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Piraeus to Chania?

    Yes, you can travel with a car from Piraeus to Chania with the following operators
    • Anek Superfast
    • Minoan Lines
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Piraeus to Chania?

    Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard the ferry. Please ensure you read all the information around pet travel from the operator you decide to travel with. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
    • Minoan Lines
  • How far is Chania from Piraeus?

    Piraeus to Chania is approximately 135 nautical miles distance apart.

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.


Chania Guide

Chania, the second largest city on the Greek island of Crete is a city that has hosted many different civilisations during its history. The city is built on the area of Minoan Kidonia, at the end of the Homonym Gulf between the Akrotiri and Onicha peninsulas, and was the former capital city of Crete between 1847 and 1972. Today it is the second largest city on Crete after Heraklion and is the capital of the Homonym prefecture. The Old Town's maze of alleys and streets are lined with beautiful Venetian mansions, churches, fountains and historical monuments which are all popular with visitors.

The Venetian port lies at the heart of the old town and is where visitors can still see Venetian buildings sit alongside Turkish buildings that were built later. On the east of Palea Poli is Splantzia district which is built on the site of the former Turkish district and is where you will find Aghii Anargiri Church, which is the only Orthodox church which had received permission to operate during the Venetian and Turkish occupations of the island. Also in the area is Sintrivani Square. The Neoria district of the city is where the former port was located and is also where Venetian shipyards were located in the 14th and 16th centuries.

From the port, ferry services connect Chania to the port of Piraeus, the Cycladic Islands and to the Dodecanese Islands.


Piraeus to Chania Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 25/03/2024 and 31/03/2024


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 21:00 06:00 9 hours Everyday
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