Ferry from Mykonos to Athens (all ports)

Take advantage of the available discounts and travel by ferry from Mykonos to Athens with lower-cost ferry tickets. The ferry companies offer discounts of up to 50% to the following passenger categories:

• Children from 5 to 10 years old
• Permanent residents of islands (holders of Unique Islander Number)
• Students of Greek Public Universities
• People with disabilities and their accompanying persons

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

The Mykonos - Athens ferry route is served by both conventional and high-speed vessels.

On board the ferries, you can expect to find modern amenities, such as air-conditioned lounges, snack bars, pet facilities, and amenities for people with disabilities for a comfortable and relaxed journey.

Additionally, on most ferries, there is a Wi-Fi hotspot available to stay connected during your trip.

Cabins and accommodation

The conventional ferries traveling from Mykonos to the ports of Athens have cabins for 1-4 passengers. Specifically, you can usually book standard interior cabins, exterior cabins with a window, and deluxe cabins with a window and double bed. Cabin prices typically start at around €85. Alternatively, you can book a numbered seat in the VIP area.

High-speed vessels serving the Mykonos-Athens ferry route do not have cabins, but you can book numbered airplane-type seats or seats with a table.

Luggage

Ferry companies like Blue Star Ferries, Golden Star Ferries, Seajets and Fast Ferries 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 from Mykonos to Athens.

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.

Pet travel

You can travel with your pet to Athens from Mykonos free of charge. Bear in mind that each ferry company has its own pet policy.

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

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip to Athens from Mykonos:

• Mykonos is one of the most popular Greek islands and its port can be quite busy in the summer. We suggest that you get to the port at least 1 hr before departure to avoid any delays and queues.
• The air-conditioned lounges on Greek ferries can get a bit chilly, even during the summer, so bring a long a light jacket or sweater for a more comfortable journey.
• The port of Piraeus is the closest to the city center of Athens. The distance between the port of Piraeus and downtown Athens is 10 km. Rafina is located 33 km west of Athens.
• On Ferryhopper, you can discover island-hopping options from Mykonos to many Greek islands. Use our Map of ferries to plan the perfect trip from Mykonos to Tinos, Andros, Syros or Santorini.

Where to take the ferry from Mykonos to Athens

Mykonos has 2 ports: the new port in Tourlos and the old one. The new port serves the ferry connection between Mykonos and other Greek destinations.

The port of Tourlos is located only 2.5 km from Chora, 4 km from Mykonos airport, and is easily accessible by local buses or taxi. You can find more information on the ports of Mykonos in our relevant blog post.

Where does the ferry arrive in Athens?

Ferries traveling from Mykonos to Athens dock in the ports of Piraeus, Rafina or Lavrio:

• Piraeus, the largest port in Greece, is located to the south of Athens. You can hop on the metro near the port and be in downtown Athens in about 15 minutes. Alternatively, there are taxis and bus stops outside the port.
• Rafina is on the northeast coast of Attica, is about 33 km from Athens. There are both intercity (KTEL) and city (OASA) bus services to the city center of Athens and the airport.
• Lavrio is on the southeast coast of Attica, about 62 km from the center of Athens and 30 km from the airport. Around the port you will find cafés, restaurants and shops.