The cheapest and fastest ferries from Chania to Piraeus
Cheapest price
€23
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 10 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
273 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Chania to Piraeus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chania to Piraeus will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Chania for Piraeus on Thu, Jun 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 18 the direct ferries cover the 273 km distance in an average of 10 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
On Thu, Jun 18 the slowest ferries will take 11 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.
6:15 AM11h00Chania5:15 PMPiraeus€231One-way0 transfers
4:00 AM10h30Chania2:30 PMPiraeus€251One-way0 transfers
7:00 PM9h15Chania4:15 AMPiraeus€331One-way0 transfers
6:00 PM9h55Chania3:55 AMPiraeus€371One-way0 transfers
7:00 PM9h15Chania4:15 AMPiraeus€331One-way0 transfers
6:00 PM9h55Chania3:55 AMPiraeus€371One-way0 transfers
4:00 AM10h30Chania2:30 PMPiraeus€251One-way0 transfers
6:15 AM11h00Chania5:15 PMPiraeus€231One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Chania to Piraeus
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Chania to Piraeus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €62.
Distance: 147 nautical miles (273 km)
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€36 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price |
9h 25m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chania to Piraeus ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Chania to Piraeus ferries for today, Wednesday, June 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 Heraklion Port | 9h30 | 6:30 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
KISSAMOS | 9:00 PM Port of Souda | 9h20 | 6:20 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
ASTERION II | 9:00 PM Heraklion Port | 9h40 | 6:40 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 18 | |||||
![]() | 4:00 AM Chania | 10h30 | 2:30 PM Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 AM Chania | 11h00 | 5:15 PM Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Blue Star Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Blue Star Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets, Anek - Superfast or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Chania to Piraeus.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Seajets, Anek - Superfast or Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) to find the best option for your trip from Chania to Piraeus.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Chania to Piraeus.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Chania to Piraeus
Ferries from Chania to Piraeus run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €23 if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 147 nautical miles (273 km) distance in 7h 50m. There are 28 sailings per week. Ferries from Chania to Piraeus are available to foot passengers.




Distance 147 nautical miles (273 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 28 |
Fastest ferry 7h 50m |
First ferry 1:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:45 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) from Chania to PiraeusYou can travel by ferry between Chania to Piraeus with Blue Star Ferries, Seajets, Anek - Superfast, Minoan Lines (Greece domestic) for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Seajets
Anek - Superfast
Minoan Lines (Greece domestic)
FAQs: Ferry from Chania to Piraeus
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chania to Piraeus 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 Piraeus, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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