The cheapest and fastest ferries from Athens to Milos (Island)
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€20
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€46
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h
Average journey duration on Sep 18
7 h 19 m
Ferries on Sep 18
4
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 €46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 4 ferries from Athens to Milos (Island), including 4 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct ferries cover the 158 km distance in an average of 7 h 19 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest ferries will take 16 h 40 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.
ARTEMIS7:00 AM16h40Lavrio11:40 PMPort of Milos€201One-way0 transfers
KISSAMOS10:00 PM4h35Port of Piraeus2:35 AMPort of Milos€421One-way0 transfers
KNOSSOS PALACE9:00 PM4h00Port of Piraeus1:00 AMPort of Milos€441One-way0 transfers
CHAMPION JET 23:15 PM4h00Port of Piraeus7:15 PMPort of Milos€791One-way0 transfers
KNOSSOS PALACE9:00 PM4h00Port of Piraeus1:00 AMPort of Milos€441One-way0 transfers
CHAMPION JET 23:15 PM4h00Port of Piraeus7:15 PMPort of Milos€791One-way0 transfers
KISSAMOS10:00 PM4h35Port of Piraeus2:35 AMPort of Milos€421One-way0 transfers
ARTEMIS7:00 AM16h40Lavrio11:40 PMPort of Milos€201One-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 an average ticket price of €41 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 40m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €41, while a flight costs an average of €106.
Distance: 85 nautical miles (158 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
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€41 Average price Cheapest | €106 Average price | €3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 34m Average total duration 5h 34m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 40m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Athens to Milos (Island):
A ferry is €65 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Athens to Milos (Island) costing on average €106.
Other travel options to Milos (Island) take longer:
Ferry takes on average 5h 34m.
Athens to Milos (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 16h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fast Ferries | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 6h35 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 4h35 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Seajets | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Live departures
Athens to Milos (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Athens to Milos (Island) ferries for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FESTOS PALACE | 9:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 4h00 | 1:00 AM Port of Milos | 0 transfersDirect | |
ELYROS | 10:00 PM Port of Piraeus | 4h35 | 2:35 AM Port of Milos | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
ARTEMIS | 7:00 AM Lavrio | 16h40 | 11:40 PM Port of Milos | 0 transfersDirect | |
CHAMPION JET 2 | 3:15 PM Port of Piraeus | 4h00 | 7:15 PM Port of Milos | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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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 Fast 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 Fast 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 34m. 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 25m. There are 25 sailings per week. Ferries from Athens to Milos (Island) are available to foot passengers.







Distance 85 nautical miles (158 km) |
Average sailing duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 25 |
Fastest ferry 3h 25m |
First ferry 12:40 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 91 days |
Ferry operators: Seajets, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic), Blue Star Ferries, Aegean Sea Lines, Fast Ferries, Zante 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, Fast Ferries, Zante Ferries, Magic Sea Ferries for as low as €20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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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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