The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Milos (Island)
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€64
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Ferries per day
6
Distance
158 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Athens to Milos (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Athens to Milos (Island) will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
Of the 6 ferries that leave Athens for Milos (Island) on Tue, Aug 04, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct ferries cover the 158 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest ferries will take 4 h 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.
ELYROS10:00 PM4h35Port of Piraeus2:35 AMPort of Milos€421One-way0 transfers
FESTOS PALACE9:00 PM4h00Port of Piraeus1:00 AMPort of Milos€441One-way0 transfers
KNOSSOS PALACE9:30 AM4h00Port of Piraeus1:30 PMPort of Milos€591One-way0 transfers
HYPERSPEED JET 47:45 AM3h25Port of Piraeus11:10 AMPort of Milos€791One-way0 transfers
CHAMPION JET 13:00 PM4h00Port of Piraeus7:00 PMPort of Milos€791One-way0 transfers
OLYMPIC CHAMPION JET9:00 AM2h30Port of Piraeus11:30 AMPort of Milos€791One-way0 transfers
HYPERSPEED JET 47:45 AM3h25Port of Piraeus11:10 AMPort of Milos€791One-way0 transfers
FESTOS PALACE9:00 PM4h00Port of Piraeus1:00 AMPort of Milos€441One-way0 transfers
KNOSSOS PALACE9:30 AM4h00Port of Piraeus1:30 PMPort of Milos€591One-way0 transfers
CHAMPION JET 13:00 PM4h00Port of Piraeus7:00 PMPort of Milos€791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Athens to Milos (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Athens to Milos (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €40.
Distance: 85 nautical miles (158 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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€43 Average price Cheapest | €91 Average price |
6h 47m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Athens to Milos (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h25 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 16h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 4h35 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h50 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Sun |
Live departures
Athens to Milos (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Milos (Island) ferries for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ELYROS | 10:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 4h35 | 2:35 AM Port of Milos | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
HYPERSPEED JET 4 | 7:45 AM Port of Piraeus | 3h25 | 11:10 AM Port of Milos | 0 transfersDirect | |
OLYMPIC CHAMPION JET | 9:00 AM Port of Piraeus | 2h30 | 11:30 AM Port of Milos | 0 transfersDirect | |
KNOSSOS PALACE | 9:30 AM Port of Piraeus | 4h00 | 1:30 PM Port of Milos | 0 transfersDirect | |
CHAMPION JET 1 | 3:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 4h00 | 7:00 PM Port of Milos | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Athens to Milos (Island) ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Seajets?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Seajets, but also compare tickets for the likes of Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines or Zante Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Milos (Island).
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines or Zante Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Athens to Milos (Island).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Athens to Milos (Island).
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Athens to Milos (Island)
Ferries from Athens to Milos (Island) run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €20 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:40, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 85 nautical miles (158 km) distance in 3h 20m. There are 24 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Milos (Island) are available to foot passengers.







Distance 85 nautical miles (158 km) |
Average sailing duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 24 |
Fastest ferry 3h 20m |
First ferry 12:40 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, Zante Ferries, Fast Ferries, Magic Sea Ferries from Athens to Milos (Island)You can travel by ferry between Athens to Milos (Island) with Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, Zante Ferries, Fast Ferries, Magic Sea Ferries for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Seajets
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
Blue Star Ferries
Zante Ferries
Aegean Sea Lines
Fast Ferries
Magic Sea Ferries
FAQs: Ferry from Athens to Milos (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Athens to Milos (Island) 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 Milos (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Athens to Milos (Island)
Most Athens to Milos (Island) ferries use the Port of Piraeus to Port of Milos port pair. Use this guide to compare Athens and Milos (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Athens port do ferries to Milos (Island) leave from?
Getting to Port of Piraeus from Athens city centre
Port of Piraeus port facilities and services
Port of Piraeus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant (0.3km), To Steki tou Ilia (0.5km), Rouan Thai (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in passenger terminals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piraeus.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Piraeus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piraeus.
Getting to Lavrio from Athens city centre
Lavrio port facilities and services
Lavrio has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: To Steki Tou Mina (0.3km), To Perivoli (0.5km), Ta Karnaria (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lavrio.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lavrio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lavrio.
Which Milos (Island) port do ferries from Athens arrive at?
Getting to Port of Milos from Milos city centre
Port of Milos is 1 km from Milos city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Milos port facilities and services
Port of Milos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: O Hamos (0.6km), Mikros Apoplous (0.7km), Navagio (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Milos.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Milos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
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