The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Malia
Cheapest price
€33
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
9 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 40 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
338 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Malia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Malia will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €33.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Athens for Malia on Sat, Mar 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct ferries cover the 338 km distance in an average of 9 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest ferries will take 9 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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NISSOS RODOSAthens to Malia Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 9h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Athens to Malia ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Malia ferries for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 PM Athens | 9h15 | 4:15 AM Malia | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Athens to Malia by ferry
Compare ferry prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Malia
Ferries from Athens to Malia run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 40m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €33 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 182 nautical miles (338 km) distance in 8h 45m. There are 6 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Malia are available to foot passengers.



Distance 182 nautical miles (338 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 8h 45m |
First ferry 01:15 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries from Athens to MaliaYou can travel by ferry between Athens to Malia with Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries for as low as €33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Anek - Superfast
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Blue Star Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Malia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Malia by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Malia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Malia
- 06:00-22:00
- Saturday-Sunday: 06:00-20:00
- Free WiFi
- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km)
- To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km)
- Rouan Thai (0.7km)
- Main companies are Piraeus Taxi and Athens Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Piraeus Station
