Athens (Piraeus) – Koufonissi

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Athens (Piraeus) – Koufonissi

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Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Koufonissi

The Athens (Piraeus) Koufonissi ferry is serviced by 2 ferry companies: Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Athens (Piraeus) Koufonissi ferries take around 5 hours 10 minutes. The ferry costs between £144 and £513, 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 Koufonissi.

Athens (Piraeus) Koufonissi Ferry Times

The first Athens (Piraeus) Koufonissi ferry typically departs from Athens (Piraeus) at around 07:40. The last ferry usually departs at 20:30.

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

The Athens (Piraeus) Koufonissi ferry trip can take around 5 hours 10 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 4 hours 10 minutes with SeaJets. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Athens (Piraeus) Koufonissi Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 9 weekly sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Koufonissi provided by Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets. Timetables can change from season to season.

Blue Star Ferries provide 6 sailings weekly. SeaJets provide 6 sailings weekly.

Athens (Piraeus) Koufonissi Ferry Prices

Athens (Piraeus) Koufonissi ferry prices typically range between £144* and £513*. The average price is typically £290*. The cheapest Athens (Piraeus) Koufonissi ferry prices start from £144*. The average price for a foot passenger is £290*. The average price for a car is £513*.

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 April 25.

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

The distance between Athens (Piraeus) to Koufonissi is approximately 149.9 miles (241.2km) or 130 nautical miles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Athens (Piraeus) - Koufonissi Route summary
Departure Country Greece
Destination Country Greece
No. of Operators 2
Operators Blue Star Ferries & SeaJets
Average Price £366*
Average Weekly Sailings 2
Average Sailing Duration 5h 25m
Fastest Sailing Duration 4h 10m
First Ferry 07:40
Last Ferry 18:30
Distance 130 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

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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.


Koufonissi Guide

The Greek island of Koufonisia is located to the east of the island of Naxos and to the west of the island of Amorgos, and is made up of two islets named Pano Koufonisi and Kato Koufonisi. The two islets are separated by a strait which is around 200 meters wide and the island's name is derived from the Greek for "Hollow Island" which is a reference to the large caves which led pirates to believe that the island was hollow when viewed from the sea. Located close to Koufonisia is the deserted island of Keros which has been declared an archaeological site that is under protection because of the many Cycladic artefacts that have been found on the island.

Pano Koufonisi is the only inhabited of the two islets and is a popular destination for visitors who want to relax on the island's golden sandy beaches or to swim in the island's war, crystal clear waters.

Athens (Piraeus) to Koufonissi
Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 31/03/2025 and 06/04/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 17:30 03:05 9 hours 35 minutes Mon, Wed
Blue Star Ferries 18:30 02:55 8 hours 25 minutes Sat

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