Ferry from Athens (Lavrio) to Milos

Traveling from Athens (Lavrio) to Milos by ferry is easy and comfortable, and you can take advantage of lower-cost ferry tickets thanks to available discounts. Some indicative passenger categories that are entitled to discounts up to 50% are:

• Students (Greek Public Universities and ISIC card holders)
• Children
• Infants
• People with disabilities

Note: infants and toddlers up to 4 years travel for free, while children 5-12 years old are entitled to a 50% discount.

The ferry serving the Lavrio - Milos route is equipped with a variety of essential amenities designed to make your journey as comfortable as possible. On board, passengers can enjoy:

• Air-conditioned indoor lounges
• Open-air deck seating with sea views
• Cafés and snack bars
• Facilities for passengers with disabilities
• Onboard kennels for those traveling with pets

Additionally, Wi-Fi is typically available throughout the trip (charges apply), allowing you to stay connected.

Cabins and accommodation

While the trip from Lavrio to Milos is long, cabins are not available on this route. Instead, all passengers are accommodated with standard onboard seating, which is included in the ticket price.

Luggage

Ferry companies, such as Hellenic Seaways, are usually quite flexible when it comes to luggage size and weight. You can keep your luggage next to you or store your bags and suitcases in the designated luggage area on the ferry to Milos.

Good to know: bear in mind that there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.

Tip: each ferry company has its own baggage allowance policy. We recommend that you don’t carry more than 50 kg of luggage to avoid delays due to restricted space in the luggage area.

Traveling with pets

On Athens (Lavrio) - Milos ferries, you can normally travel with your pet free of charge.

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

Here are some travel tips for your trip from Athens (Lavrio) to Milos:

• As the port of Lavrio gets quite busy in summer, it is highly recommended that you arrive at least 1 hr before boarding to avoid delays.
• An alternative option for traveling to Milos from Athens is from the port of Piraeus. Take a look at the Piraeus - Milos ferry route for more info.
• You can find more tips and information about your vacation on our Milos travel guide.
• Milos is a great starting point for island hopping in the Cyclades! From there, you can travel by ferry to Kimolos, Serifos, Sifnos, Folegandros, and other beautiful islands. There are also routes to Crete and some islands in the Dodecanese.

Where to take the ferry from Athens (Lavrio) to Milos

You can catch the ferry to Milos from the port of Lavrio in Athens. 

The port of Lavrio is located about 60 km from the center of Athens and about 35 km from Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos. The Attica KTEL operates daily bus services from Pedion Areos to the port of Lavrio which takes about 2 hr, depending on traffic.

Where does the ferry arrive in Milos?

Ferries from Lavrio arrive at the port of Adamas or Adamantas. The port is located on the north side of Milos and offers all basic amenities, such as a tourist information office, parking space, WCs, and free Wi-Fi connection.

The port is a 2-min walk from the village of Adamas and there you will find cafés, restaurants, hotels, and shops for any last minute purchases.