Athens (Piraeus) – Poros
Ferries to Saronic Islands
Athens (Piraeus) – Poros
Ferries to Saronic Islands
There are around 2 daily and 14 weekly sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Poros (Saronic Islands). 3 operators sail this route
The earliest Athens (Piraeus) Poros (Saronic Islands) ferry sailings typically depart Athens (Piraeus) at around 08:00. The last ferry usually departs at 17:00.
The average duration of a Athens (Piraeus) Poros (Saronic Islands) ferry is around 1h 16m. The fastest sailings are approximately 1h 10m. Sailing times can vary; durations often differ between ferry operators, type of ship and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There are an average of 2 daily sailings and up to 14 weekly ferry sailings from Athens (Piraeus) to Poros (Saronic Islands). These sailings are provided by Alpha Lines, Hellenic Seaways & Saronic Ferries. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
Athens (Piraeus) Poros (Saronic Islands) ferry prices typically range between $58.53* and $246.03*. The average price is typically $195.12*. The cheapest Athens (Piraeus) Poros (Saronic Islands) ferry prices start from $28.93*. The average price for a foot passenger is $197.02*. The average price for a car is $135.76*.
Pricing will vary depending on the number of passengers, vehicle type, route, and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Athens (Piraeus) and Poros (Saronic Islands) is approximately 31.1 miles (50.0km) or 27.0 nautical miles.
Foot passengers are allowed on ferries between between Athens (Piraeus) and Poros (Saronic Islands) with Alpha Lines, Hellenic Seaways & Saronic Ferries. Please note that the availability of foot passenger services may vary between ferry operators. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for foot passenger ferries.
Pets are welcome on board Athens (Piraeus) Poros (Saronic Islands) ferries with Hellenic Seaways & Saronic Ferries. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Athens (Piraeus) - Poros (Saronic Islands) Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Greece | |
| Destination Country | Greece | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Alpha Lines, Hellenic Seaways & Saronic Ferries | |
| Average Price | A$194* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 14 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1h 16m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1h 10m | |
| First Ferry | 08:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 17:00 | |
| Distance | 27 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
The port city of Piraeus can be found in the Attica region of Greece along the east coast of the Saronic Gulf about 12 km south west of Athens, the Greek capital. Piraeus is the largest ferry port in Europe and one of the largest in the world when it comes to passenger transportation with services provided by every major ferry company in Greece. Approximately 20 million passengers pass through its doors each year and the port provides the main link between the Greek mainland and the Aegean islands and Crete. Piraeus proves the gateway from the Greek mainland to all of the main holiday destinations in Greece and some of the less popular ones too. Piraeus is also famous for its football team – Olympiakos who regularly feature in the UEFA Champions League.
Poros is an attractive coastal town located on the southeast coast of Kefalonia, one of the Ionian Islands of Greece. Situated at the crossing point where the Vohinas river enters the sea, the name ‘Poros’ actually means ‘ford’ or ‘crossing’ in Greek. As a port town, Poros links Kefalonia with mainland Greece with daily ferry services. Local fishing boats also use the harbour to supply the area with fresh fish. Poros used to be no more than a small cluster of fishermen’s huts, until the 1953 earthquake destroyed many of the surrounding villages and a new town was built. Nowadays, Poros is built around a marvellous landscape of lush green forests and has a population of around 1100 inhabitants. The combination of dense vegetation and crystal blue water makes Poros one of the most perfect summer holiday destinations. With a slow pace of life and a traditional Greek atmosphere, Poros is great for those who seek to escape the package tours and find something genuinely Greek.
