Ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Syros

Take advantage of the available discounts and travel from Athens (Piraeus) to Syros by ferry with lower-cost ferry tickets. The ferry companies offer discounts of up to 50% for certain passenger categories, such as:

• Children from 5 to 10 years old
• Permanent island residents (holders of Unique Islander Number)
• Students (Greek public universities or ISIC card holders)
• People with disabilities and their accompanying persons

Note: infants and toddlers up to 4-5 years travel for free. However, keep in mind that available discounts may vary from one ferry company to another.

The Athens (Piraeus) - Syros ferry connection is served by both high-speed and conventional ferries.

On board the ferries, you can find various amenities, such as air-conditioned lounges, snack bars, pet facilities, amenities for people with disabilities, and Wi-fi (for an extra charge).

Cabins and accommodation

High-speed ferries to Syros normally don't have cabins, but they have numbered airplane-type seats. There are cabins available on standard vessels of Blue Star Ferries, as well as numbered seats.

Ticket prices per seat, class & vehicle options

• Economy seats: from €36
• Business/VIP: from €55
• Car: from €85
• Motorcycle: around €30

Luggage

Each company operating on the Piraeus - Syros ferry route has its own baggage allowance policy. More specifically:

• On Seajets ferries, passengers can bring single luggage weighing up to 50 kg. 
• On Blue Star Ferries and Hellenic Seaways, each passenger is entitled to 1 piece of luggage with a maximum weight of 50 kg at no extra cost.

Tip: normally Greek ferry companies are quite flexible regarding luggage size and weight. Also note that there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.

Traveling with pets

On Piraeus - Syros ferries, you can travel with your pet free of charge. Bear in mind that each ferry company has its own pet policy.

Make sure to carry along all necessary pet health certificates, tickets and any supplies you may need for your trip

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip to Syros from Piraeus:

• The port of Piraeus is the most popular in Greece and serves routes to the majority of the islands in the Aegean. For this reason, we recommend arriving at the port at least 1 hr before departure, especially if you travel with your vehicle.
• Syros is the capital of the Cyclades and a perfect starting point for island hopping, as it is connected by ferry to many popular destinations, such as Tinos, Andros and Mykonos. Discover all available island-hopping opportunities in the Cyclades on our Map of ferries.
• Check out our dedicated travel guide for useful information about holidays in Syros.

Where to take the ferry from Athens (Piraeus) to Syros?

You can take the ferry to Syros from the port of Piraeus in Athens. The port of Piraeus is located approximately 15 km south of the city center of Athens and 45 km from Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos. You can get to Piraeus by car, taxi as well as public transport (bus, metro and suburban railway).

Ferries from Piraeus to Syros normally depart from Gates E6, E7 and E9. Departure gates may change, so we recommend checking your ticket and the electronic display boards at the port for more information.

Where does the ferry arrive in Syros?

Ferries from Piraeus arrive in Ermoupoli, the capital and port town of Syros.

In the port area, you can find several visitor amenities, such as parking, restaurants, hotels, bus stations, and car rentals.

The following ferry companies operate on the Athens (Piraeus) to Syros route:

• Blue Star Ferries, using conventional ferries that take around 3 hr 35 min to reach Syros
• Seajets, offering the quicket crossing to the island in around 2 hr
• Hellenic Seaways, also using fast ferries that will take you to Syros in around 2 hr 40 min

Conventional ferries usually are more spacious and have outdoor decks where you can enjoy the sea views. Tickets cost slightly less, and the vessels have car decks that you can use if you are traveling with a vehicle.

High-speed ferries offer quicker crossings, and most of them allow you to bring your vehicle on the route from Athens (Piraeus) to Syros

If you're planning an island-hopping trip to the Cyclades islands, Athens is an ideal starting point. Many ferries from Athens stop in Syros, so it's easy to continue traveling to nearby islands like Mykonos, Naxos and Paros or vice versa!  

Here are some ferry routes worth adding to your itinerary:

• Athens (Piraeus) - Paros (2.5 hr)
• Athens (Piraeus) - Naxos (2 hr 45 min)
• Athens (Piraeus) - Mykonos (3.5 hr)
• Athens (Piraeus) - Santorini (5 hr)