Athens (Piraeus)
Iraklia
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Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia Ferry

The Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia ferry route connects Athens with Cyclades Islands. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Blue Star Ferries. The crossing operates up to 3 times each week with sailing durations from around 8 hours 30 minutes.

Athens (Piraeus) Iraklia sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Athens to Cyclades Islands page.
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Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Piraeus to Iraklia?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Piraeus to Iraklia is approximately 8h 30m. However, please keep in mind that sailing duration might change depending on what season you choose to travel.

How much is the ferry from Piraeus to Iraklia?

The average price of a ferry from Piraeus to Iraklia is approximately 187 €. However, please remember that the price of a ferry from Piraeus to Iraklia can differ depending on the season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Piraeus to Iraklia?

There is 1 ferry operator for Piraeus to Iraklia and this is
  • Blue Star Ferries

How can I book ferry tickets from Piraeus to Iraklia?

Ferries from Piraeus to Iraklia are available for booking through our deal finder. Please also visit our offers page to stay updated with all the latest ferry offers on this route.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Piraeus to Iraklia?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger onboard the ferries from Piraeus to Iraklia with
  • Blue Star Ferries

Can you take your car on the ferry from Piraeus to Iraklia?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Piraeus to Iraklia with the following operators
  • Blue Star Ferries

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Piraeus to Iraklia?

Yes, passengers are allowed to bring their pets onboard this ferry service. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation to take your furry companion with you. The following operators currently allow pets on their ferries
  • Blue Star Ferries

How far is Iraklia from Piraeus?

Piraeus to Iraklia is approximately 124 nautical miles distance apart.

Athens (Piraeus) Guide

The port city of Piraeus in Greece lies on the Saronic Gulf in the Attica region of the country and forms part of the Athens urban area, with the centre of Athens located some 12 km from the port. The centre of Piraeus is generally congested with traffic and tends not to be place where tourists would go. The area has many of the facilities you would expect of a non-tourist town: banks, public buildings, pedestrian areas, shopping streets and the like. The area around Zea Marina and Mikrolimano Harbour are perhaps the most attractive part of Piraeus and have a good selection of restaurants, cafes and bars.

Piraeus is Greece's main port and the largest in Europe and the third largest in the world. Unsurprisingly, it is the hub of Greece's maritime industries and the base for its merchant navy. Having recently undergone a refurbishment, facilities at the port have improved and include ATM's, bureau de change, restaurants, cafes, bars and a number of travel agencies selling ferry tickets. destinations served by the port include the island of Crete, the Cyclades Islands, the Dodecanese Islands, the eastern parts of Greece and parts of the northern and eastern Aegean Sea.


Iraklia Guide

The small Greek island of Iraklia is located at the western edge of the Small Eastern Cyclades group of islands and only has around 100 inhabitants. The island is characterised by hills, thick vegetation, clear waters with the od shipwreck on the sea floor, and scenic bays which all combine to make it one of the most unspoilt islands of the Cyclades. For nature lovers the island is home to the Mediterranean seal and the marine turtle, Caretta Caretta. The island only has two villages. Ayios Georgios, which is home to the island's harbour, and Panayia.

Perhaps because the island is so small its history remains largely unknown with speculation that is may have been a Minoan settlement in the 2nd century BC, as there is an similar city in Crete. Under Venetian and Ottoman rule, the island paid taxes but it seems that it was the only obligation the Iraklians had.

From the island's port there are ferries available that depart to the Port of Piraeus with a crossing time of between 8 and 10 hours, depending on itinerary. There are also ferry services to the other islands of the Small Cyclades and to Naxos and Amorgos.


Piraeus to Iraklia Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 2024-11-18 and 2024-11-24


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Blue Star Ferries 17:30 02:00 8 hours 30 minutes Mon, Wed
Blue Star Ferries 18:30 01:50 7 hours 20 minutes Sat

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