The cheapest and fastest ferries from Nafplion to Athens
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€37
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
93 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Nafplion to Athens is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nafplion to Athens will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Nafplion for Athens on Tue, Jun 09, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 09 the direct ferries cover the 93 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 50 m .
On Tue, Jun 09 the slowest ferries will take 3 h 10 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.
PHIVOS2:00 PM2h10Methana4:10 PMPort of Piraeus€151One-way0 transfers
MAGIC 35:35 PM0h50Methana6:25 PMPort of Piraeus€241One-way0 transfers
MAGIC 33:45 PM2h40Porto Heli6:25 PMPort of Piraeus€521One-way0 transfers
FLYINGCAT 46:00 AM3h10Porto Heli9:10 AMPort of Piraeus€591One-way0 transfers
MAGIC 35:35 PM0h50Methana6:25 PMPort of Piraeus€241One-way0 transfers
PHIVOS2:00 PM2h10Methana4:10 PMPort of Piraeus€151One-way0 transfers
MAGIC 33:45 PM2h40Porto Heli6:25 PMPort of Piraeus€521One-way0 transfers
FLYINGCAT 46:00 AM3h10Porto Heli9:10 AMPort of Piraeus€591One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and ferry for Nafplion to Athens
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nafplion to Athens among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 2m. 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 bus costs an average of €12, and a ferry costs an average of €15.
Distance: 50 nautical miles (93 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€34 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
3h 9m Average total duration 2h 9m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Nafplion to Athens Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h10 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 2h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Magic Sea Ferries | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 06:25PM | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Blue Star Ferries | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat |
Operator Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus) | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Nafplion to Athens ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Nafplion to Athens ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FLYINGCAT 4 | 6:00 AM Porto Heli | 3h10 | 9:10 AM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
PHIVOS | 2:00 PM Methana | 2h10 | 4:10 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAGIC 3 | 3:45 PM Porto Heli | 2h40 | 6:25 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
MAGIC 3 | 5:35 PM Methana | 0h50 | 6:25 PM Port of Piraeus | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Nafplion to Athens ferries with Omio?
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 Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Alpha Lines or Magic Sea Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Nafplion to Athens.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Blue Star Ferries with all available travel options, which are bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Nafplion to Athens.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Directferries or Rome2rio?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Alpha Lines or Magic Sea Ferries to find the best option for your trip from Nafplion to Athens.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Nafplion to Athens.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Nafplion to Athens
Ferries from Nafplion to Athens run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 9m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:50, the last at 20:30. The fastest ferry covers the 50 nautical miles (93 km) distance in 2h 0m. There are 22 sailings per week. Ferries from Nafplion to Athens are available to foot passengers.




Distance 50 nautical miles (93 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 22 |
Fastest ferry 2h 0m |
First ferry 5:50 AM |
Last ferry 8:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Ferry operators: Blue Star Ferries, Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Alpha Lines, Magic Sea Ferries from Nafplion to AthensYou can travel by ferry between Nafplion to Athens with Blue Star Ferries, Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus), Alpha Lines, Magic Sea Ferries for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Blue Star Ferries
Saronic Ferries (into Piraeus)
Magic Sea Ferries
Alpha Lines
FAQs: Ferry from Nafplion to Athens
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nafplion to Athens 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 Athens, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Nafplion to Athens
- 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
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